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Definition |
someone's lack of effort or enthusiasm in
performing a task |
Examples |
1) Dennis used to be a dedicated employee, but lately, he's been
phoning it in at work.
2) Instead of preparing a proper meal, I just
phoned it in and ordered takeout. |
Etymology |
It originated in the context of actors
delivering their lines over the phone instead of being physically
present on stage. |
Synonyms |
mail it in, half-hearted effort |
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