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Not give somebody the time of day

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Social RejectionPlay
This phrase often implies the speaker thinks they're better than the person they're ignoring. SlideEven though I tried to be friendly, the new manager didn't give me the time of day.
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Expressing DisdainPlay
Use it to convey someone's disregard or lack of interest in another person. SlideHe's so arrogant that he doesn't give anyone the time of day unless they're famous.
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Indicating ImportancePlay
It implies the ignored person is deemed unworthy of attention or time by the ignorer. SlideSince she won the award, she won't give her old friends the time of day.