Question 1

What does "chuck it in" mean?

Accepted Answer

To decide to stop doing something, especially a job or long-term activity, out of frustration or a desire for change

Question 2

How do you use "chuck it in" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

After ten miserable years in finance, she finally chucked it in and retrained as a teacher.

Question 3

Is "chuck it in" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"chuck it in" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. Primarily British English. 'It' is fixed and does not refer to a specific object — this is an idiomatic fixed phrase. Interchangeable with 'pack it in'. Often used when someone is frustrated or has had enough. Not used in formal contexts.

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