give something a miss

Related to word: miss

Pharse

Definition (avoid)

  1. to intentionally avoid doing or participating in something; to decide not to do something.

    • I usually attend the weekly book club, but I think I'll give it a miss tonight and take a break.

    • The movie has received mixed reviews, so I think I'll give it a miss.

    • Although they invited me to the party, I'm feeling too tired, so I think I'll give it a miss.