What is another word for dropped like a hot potato?
Pronunciation: [dɹˈɒpt lˈa͡ɪk ɐ hˈɒt pətˈe͡ɪtə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
"Drop like a hot potato" is an idiom used to describe an abrupt, sudden abandonment of something or someone. However, there are several synonyms that could be used instead of this phrase. For instance, "abandon ship" implies a hasty departure from a situation, while "throw in the towel" suggests the surrender of a pursuit. "Cut ties" means the severance of a relationship, while "wash one's hands of" refers to the act of disowning responsibility for something. Similarly, "turn one's back on" portrays an action of abandonment, or discarding as if it were a worthless object. These phrases are all synonymous with "dropped like a hot potato" and can be used for similar effect in conversation.
