Phrase · Shopping & retail
the 'just popping out' lie
noun phrase
/thuh-just-pop-ing-owt-ly/
Definition
A deceitful errand run to secure a brief sanctuary of peace inside a parked car away from your family.
In use
“I used the 'just popping out' lie and sat in the Tesco car park listening to the radio.”
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Language
- Language form
- noun phrase
- Pronunciation
- /thuh-just-pop-ing-owt-ly/
Classification
- Life domain
- Everyday life
- Topic
- Shopping & retail
History
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