Jump Ship.
English
idiom
To abandon someone in tough times or for a better option.
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To abandon someone in tough times or for a better option.
Trusted by1.5M+English learners & teachers worldwide
To suddenly abandon a failing situation, organization, or commitment, especially when it becomes difficult.
When you jump ship, you leave before things get worse, often to protect your own interests.
It is used when someone quits a job, project, or relationship that they believe is heading in a bad direction.
"Cut and Run"
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Leaving quickly and without warning to escape a difficult or dangerous situation
"Bail Out"
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Withdrawing from a commitment, especially at a critical moment when others are counting on you
"Jump Ship"
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Leaving an organization or situation that is struggling, to protect yourself
Have you heard that three people from the product team are leaving this month?
I know — when that many people jump ship at once, it's usually a warning sign.
Are you thinking of leaving your job given everything that's happening there?
I might jump ship if things don't improve by the end of the quarter.
Is it wrong to jump ship when a company starts struggling?
Not always — loyalty is important, but so is protecting your own career.
