gaff, can't stand the
gaff He can't stand the gaff - is unable to measure up to hard work, difficulty, adversity, etc. This is a very common expression, and I also heard it used recently by Capt. Bob Bartlett, in a re-run of "Vikings of the North", the first talkie made in Canada. He said "_You'l...
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| Summary: | gaff He can't stand the gaff - is unable to measure up to hard work, difficulty, adversity, etc. This is a very common expression, and I also heard it used recently by Capt. Bob Bartlett, in a re-run of "Vikings of the North", the first talkie made in Canada. He said "_You'll_ be able to stand the gaff" - or words to that effect. JH 2/71 JH 2/71 Used I and Sup Not used Withdrawn |
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