send in (one's) papers

send in (one's) papers

To give notice of one's resignation from an organization or place of employment. I just sent in my papers, so I'll be officially leaving in two weeks' time.

See also: paper, send

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send in your papers

resign, especially (of an officer in the armed services) resign your commission. dated

See also: paper, send

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