hang it

Idioms

Also, hang it all. An expression of annoyance, probably a euphemism for hell or damn. For example, Hang it! I locked my keys inside the car, or Hang it all, you don't need to push me.

Example Sentences

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"I can't bring myself to not hang it," Kate says, "but then it is a sad reminder of her absence."

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

"We have the agenda, we just need to find a way to hang it together as a more coherent story," an official said.

From BBC • Oct. 29, 2025

And if he does decide to hang it up after November?

From Slate • Jan. 11, 2024

She said helping athletes navigate retirement, both before and after they hang it up, is among the most important missions her department tackles.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 19, 2023

Then I could hang it in Mr. Ward’s class.

From "Bronx Masquerade" by Nikki Grimes

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