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kiss one's ass goodbye

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To expect to be killed, fired, etc.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: vulgar

Examples

  • In the event of a crash, put your tray table up, put your head between your legs, and kiss your ass goodbye.
  • If he tells the boss what he really thinks, he can kiss his ass goodbye.

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