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Be given the boot

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Workplace UsagePlay
Used informally, especially in spoken language, to refer to job termination. SlideAfter the merger, many employees were given the boot.
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Negative ConnotationPlay
Implies a negative reason for dismissal, such as poor performance or misconduct. SlideHis dishonesty finally led him to be given the boot.
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Sometimes used humorously to soften the impact of being fired. SlideI messed up the presentation and got given the boot!