Throw in the towel

#. Throw in the towel

 

Hey guys! Today's English expression is "throw in the towel." "Throw in the towel" simply means to give up doing something or to accept failure. It is not used in situations where you quit a bad habit, so you can't say "I throw in the towel on smoking." Now listen to a dialogue between two friends talking about writing a book. Listen closely for the expression "throw in the towel."

 

Are you still writing your new book?

> Yeah, I'm trying, but I'm finding it very difficult. I might throw in the towel.

No, don't do that. Just take a little break and try to finish it later.

> That's a good idea. I definitely need a break.

Right! Don't throw in the towel. You're a very talented writer.

 

OK everyone, remember "throw in the towel" means to give up or quit doing something that you want to achieve. Try to use this expression the next time you're talking about giving up something. Thanks for listening and see you next time.