know when to fold 'em
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English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
An allusion to a poker player knowing when to cut their losses rather than continue in an unfavorable situation.
Verb[edit]
know when to fold 'em (third-person singular simple present knows when to fold 'em, present participle knowing when to fold 'em, simple past knew when to fold 'em, past participle known when to fold 'em)