heave-ho

noun

Definition of heave-honext
as in boot

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Recent Examples of heave-ho Martin, on the other hand, is straight-laced and a bit of a Debbie Downer, nursing a broken heart after being given the heave-ho by investigative journalist Joyce (Ra Chapman). — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 11 Mar. 2026 After nearly a century, the most famous umpire school in the country is getting the heave-ho. — Katie Woo, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026 The sad reality of getting rid of Julia, however, is that would probably mean Adriana, who is more of a fan favorite than ever, gets the heave-ho as well. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2025 Most of the obscenely immense rules governing eduction should also be given the heave-ho. — Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for heave-ho
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  1. boot
  2. firing
  3. sack
  4. downsizing
Noun
  • Weave in open storage elements like cubbies—essential for keeping shoes and boots accessible and organized.
    — Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 4 July 2026
  • Swift tapped Christian Louboutin for her custom shoes, the same fashion house that made her iconic jeweled boots worn on her Eras Tour.
    — Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Definition of boot
Noun
  • Nieporte filed a federal lawsuit in May against human resources company ADP Totalsource for its role in his firing, seeking at least $30 million.
    — Jason Ma, Fortune, 5 July 2026
  • Such blindsiding firings aren't limited to struggling employees; experienced professionals and executives are also abruptly dismissed due to shifting business priorities, restructuring, or leadership changes.
    — Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of firing
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  • The expert explains that feed and seed companies sold their seeds in colorful calico sacks which were then washed and turned into clothing and quilts.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026
  • One has to believe Franklin got in the sack early ahead of his big day.
    — Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026
Definition of sack
Noun
  • Retirement often arrives suddenly and unexpectedly, triggered by health setbacks or corporate downsizing.
    — Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 20 June 2026
  • Bloomingdale’s is capitalizing on the bankruptcy and downsizing of Saks Global.
    — David Moin, Footwear News, 3 June 2026
Definition of downsizing

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“Heave-ho.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heave-ho. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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