not give anyone the time of day



not give anyone the time of day

Fig. to ignore someone (usually out of dislike). Mary won't speak to Sally. She won't give her the time of day. I couldn't get an appointment with Mr. Smith. He wouldn't even give me the time of day.
See also: anyone, give, not, of, time

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
MargaretMAHR-grit, MAHR-gə-ritEnglish
JozuaYO-zuy-ahDutch
Bohumil-Czech, Slovak
Conway['kɔn.wei]
Jada (2)-Biblical
EoghanO-in (Irish, Scottish), YO-in (Irish, Scottish)Irish, Scottish, Irish Mythology