Screw it

Word Type: Phrase

Definition

A phrase used to express a decision to stop worrying about something and to take action, often because of frustration or lack of desire to continue.

Example

  • “I don’t feel like doing this anymore—screw it, I’m going home.”
  • “I was going to try and finish the project, but screw it, I’ll start over tomorrow.”
  • “We couldn’t figure it out after hours of trying, so we just said, ‘screw it,’ and left.”
  • “I’m tired of waiting for things to change, screw it, I’m moving forward with my plans.”
  • “The weather is bad, but screw it, I’m going to the beach anyway.”