bug off

Meaning

To leave someone alone or go away, often used as a rude command.

Example

Bug off and let me finish my work.

Bug off and let me finish my work.

Practice tips

• Practice bug off out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
• Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
• Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.

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