chicken out
ریشه و کاربرد
ریشه
The phrase 'chicken out' originated in the early 20th century, likely derived from the idea of a chicken being easily frightened and running away.
مثال
- I wanted to go skydiving, but I chickened out at the last minute.
- Don't chicken out now! We've come this far.
- He always talks big but chickens out when it's time to take action.
ترکیبهای رایج
Chicken out of something Chickened out at the last minute Chickened out of taking action Chickened out of giving the presentation
تعریف انگلیسی
verb
- remove oneself from an obligation “He bowed out when he heard how much work was involved” “Somebody ----s” “Somebody ----s PP”