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Throw in the Towel

Admitting your defeat; quit from something or giving up

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  • Sponges and towels are often found near the boxing near so that the sweat of the boxers can be wiped out. During the mid of 19th in Britain, the coach, manager or the friend of the boxer usually threw the towel in the air or in the ring so that a signal of defeat can be given, particularly if the boxer is badly hurt. This was a clear indication that the fight is over.
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You shouldn’t be thinking to throw the towel ever in your life.

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Submitted on February 25, 2019

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throw in the towelTo quit; to give up.
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