riddance

good riddance (to bad rubbish)

Cliché [It is] good to be rid (of worthless persons or things). (See also Goodbye and good riddance.) She slammed the door behind me and said, "Good riddance to bad rubbish!" "Good riddance to you, madam," thought I.

See also: good

Good-bye and good riddance.

Cliché a phrase marking the departure of someone or something unwanted. Fred: Supposing I was to just walk out of here, just like that? Mary: I'd say good-bye and good riddance. As the garbage truck drove away, carrying the drab old chair that Mary hated so much, she said, "Good-bye and good riddance. "

See also: and, good

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Good riddance (to bad rubbish)!  (informal)

an impolite way of saying that you are pleased someone has left Good riddance! I hope she never comes back.

See also: good

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good riddance (spoken)

I'm happy that someone or something is gone Peter and his nasty dog have finally moved out. Good riddance!

Usage notes: the full form of the phrase is good riddance to bad rubbish, which is sometimes used

See also: good