1 B2 idiomatic informal
To quit a job or activity suddenly, especially out of frustration or boredom.
"After yet another argument with his boss, Dave decided to sling it in and look for something new."
inseparable
sling it in
B2 informal inseparable intransitive
To quit, give up, or abandon a job, activity, or plan, especially impulsively.
In plain English
Quit something suddenly because you're fed up with it.
What does "sling it in" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Usage tip
Primarily British and Australian English. Strongly informal. Often used when someone is frustrated or has reached their limit. The 'it' refers to the job, activity, or plan being abandoned. Compare: 'I'm going to sling it in and go travelling.'
Words that pair with "sling it in"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
job course career relationship project it all
How to conjugate "sling it in"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
sling it in
I/you/we/they
3rd person
slings it in
he/she/it
Past simple
slinged it in
yesterday
Past participle
slinged it in
have + pp
-ing form
slinging it in
continuous
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