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neck
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. neck
  2. 2. head
  3. 3. dismissal (from a job)
This colloquial noun means being fired or dismissed from a job. It is an informal expression used in everyday conversation, and while it literally relates to the neck, its figurative meaning of losing one's job is well understood by Japanese speakers.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The coach shouted, "Stop turning your neck — keep your eyes fixed forward!"

Sentence 2

Even as a joke, don't pretend to grab someone by the neck.

Sentence 3

That said, this coat has a really clean neckline.

Sentence 4

You're right — undoing the top button around the neck does feel better.

Sentence 5

Reading the proposal, I found myself tilting my head in confusion.