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To decide to stop working or doing an activity for the day, especially when tired or when enough has been accomplished.
The team was exhausted, so they called it a day at 4 PM.
The team stopped working early because they were tired.
I've been working all morning; I think I'll call it a day.
I've decided to stop working for the day.
This phrase is commonly used in workplaces or after a long day of activity.
Use this phrase when you want to indicate that you're done for the day, either because you're tired or because you've completed your tasks.
This phrase is informal and should be used in casual or work settings, not in formal or professional writing.
The phrase likely originated in the early 20th century, reflecting the idea of concluding a day's work or activity.
This phrase is informal and commonly used in everyday conversation, especially in work or social settings.