send someone packing

Definition

To expel, eject, or dismiss someone; to send away, chase off, or force out; (from a job or employment position) to fire.

Example Sentences

• "[T]he parliament, to their immortal honour, presently sent him packing."
• "Two ladies called one day, pale and anxious, and begged earnestly, humbly, to be allowed to see Mr. Moore one instant: Mrs. Yorke hardened her heart, and sent them packing,—not without opprobrium."
• ""Monsieur, you and yours are not for me. Seek elsewhere." . . . "You send me packing!" he blurted out, getting red in the face."