maai6 lat1賣甩卖甩
Jyutpingmaai6 lat1
Yalemaaih lāt
Definition
To shake off, get rid of, or escape from an unwanted companion.
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How it's used
Carries a slightly mischievous or tactical tone, implying that the person being left behind is either annoying, clingy, or unwanted. It is frequently used when someone wants to escape a social obligation or a persistent individual without causing a direct confrontation. The imagery suggests a clean break, as if the person was a burden that has finally been dropped.
Examples
Let's find a chance to ditch him and go shopping by ourselves.
How did you manage to shake off that group of stalkers?
Related words
Common phrases
successfully shake off
find a way to ditch
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with literally selling something. It is strictly used for people or sometimes persistent situations, not for objects or items.
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Grammar guides
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