Fly the coop
The phrase "fly the coop" is an idiomatic expression that means to escape or leave a place, typically from a situation that feels confining or restrictive. It is often used figuratively to describe someone escaping from a boring job, a controlling relationship, or any circumstance they want to get away from. The term "coop" refers to a chicken coop, where chickens are kept confined, so "flying the coop" suggests breaking free and gaining independence.
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