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hang (something)

A phrase used when one is being dismissive of something. Primarily heard in UK. Oh, hang the cost—I just need any hotel room you have. Hang the details? I'm an investigative reporter, I can't hang the details! A: "Do you see how much these flights cost?" B: "Well, we have to go to this wedding, so we'll have to hang the expense too."
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hang

verb

hang

in. to hang around; to spend time aimlessly. My mom yelled at me because I spent all day hanging with the guys.
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All were asked to create hangable artworks to display and sell at the library.
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