To stop dealing with; to switch to another business for one's dealings.

To cut corners, to follow the path of least resistance; to take shortcuts to avoid pain or having to struggle to achieve a desired result, to end or avoid a difficult situation in an easy or simple way that is not the best or most sensible or honorable solution

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of take the gilt off the gingerbread

present participle of take the gilt off the gingerbread

To start to pay attention suddenly.

Synonym of take one's business elsewhere

present participle of take one's own life

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of take one's own life

(dated) To check someone or give them a curt answer.

Alternative form of get one's kit off.