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He didn't think he'd pass so he chickened ___ of doing it.

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Old 12-Nov-2003, 22:14
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chickened out = got cold feet

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That too.

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chickened out = decided not to out of fear or apprehension
  • A: Did Bob show up for his blind date?
    B: No, he chickened out at the last minute.

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