Meanings
An allusion to Dodge City, Kansas, a busy cattle town in the late 19th century notorious for gunfighters, gambling, brothels and saloons. Possibly inspired by the radio and television series Gunsmoke (1952-1975).
How to pronounce "get out of Dodge":
AU
US, with outta
To leave, especially to leave a difficult or dangerous environment with all possible haste.
Example Sentences
1
I'm so tired of this town. I need to get out of Dodge.
2
The meeting was unbearable, so I decided to get out of Dodge early.
3
Things have gotten really bad here. It's time to get out of Dodge.
4
My family and I are planning to get out of Dodge and start fresh somewhere else.
5
If you don't like the situation, just get out of Dodge and find a new job.
