Take to the tall timber(s) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "take to the tall timber(s)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2022-01-22 06:01

Meaning of Take to the tall timber(s)

Take to the tall timber(s) American verb phrase

To leave a place in a very quick and secret way

He took to the tall timbers while she was asleep.

It is likely that the suspects have taken to the tall timbers by now.

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To flee overnight, often to avoid creditors

I'm history

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1. Used when someone or something moves very quickly.

2. Used when one starts moving or leaves promptly.

 

Grammar and Usage of Take to the tall timber(s)

Verb Forms

  • taken to the tall timber(s)
  • took to the tall timber(s)
  • taking to the tall timber(s)
  • takes to the tall timber(s)

The verb "take" must be conjugated according to its tense.

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Used to allude that the last force, problem or burden which is seemingly minor and small causes a person, system or organisation to collapse or fail

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Her husband's violent act last night was the straw that broke the donkey's back and she left him

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