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▸ verb: (idiomatic, dated) Used in place of a real explanation when excusing oneself for a short period of time, particularly (euphemistic) to use the toilet or (historical) drink alcohol.
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▸ verb: (idiomatic, dated) Used in place of a real explanation when excusing oneself for a short period of time, particularly (euphemistic) to use the toilet or (historical) drink alcohol.
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see a man,
see a man about a horse,
walk the dog,
pay a visit,
do one's business,
go to the bathroom,
run about,
do business,
use it,
go walkies,
more...
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