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86 that

Description:

"86 that" is a colloquial expression that originated in the United States. It has various meanings depending on the context and can be used as a verb phrase or an interjection. In general, it refers to the act of getting rid of or eliminating something or someone. It is commonly used to indicate the cancellation, removal, or rejection of something or to signify the end of a particular situation.

Examples:

Verb Phrase:

1. We decided to 86 that idea because it was impractical.
2. The company 86ed the old marketing strategy and adopted a new one.

Interjection:

1. Person A: "I heard they're out of pizza."
   Person B: "Oh, 86 that! I guess we'll have to order something else."
2. "We should go to a different restaurant, this one's service is terrible!"
   "Absolutely, 86 that place!"

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