Phrase guide
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verb
To leave an Indian reservation to which one was restricted.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: derogatory, literally
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verb
To break with one's party or group, usually temporarily.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US
Topics: government, politics
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verb
To engage in disruptive activity outside normal bounds.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: broadly
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verb
To act in an independent, uncontrolled, or unauthorized manner.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: broadly
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History
By analogy with a member of the tribe leaving an Indian reservation.
