To run away quickly, to escape.
Had it away on his toes
Example Sentences
"He had it away on his toes when the old bill showed up."
"They had it away on their toes sharpish."
Etymology & History
Combining "had it away" (escaped) with "on his toes" (running). Criminal slang from the early-mid 20th century meaning to run away quickly.
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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