put him in to get him out
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English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
Coined by Irish revolutionary Michael Collins.
Phrase[edit]
- (Ireland, politics, historical) An election poster catchphrase, and rallying cry, for imprisoned Republicans to be elected to parliament.
Usage notes[edit]
- Although related to the resurgence of Republicanism in the late 1910s, it was also used at times in the more recent troubles in the late 20th century.