Etymology

get out of Dodge

Today it means: To leave, especially to leave a difficult or dangerous environment with all possible haste. Full definition →

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The story

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).

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