off the table

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Prepositional phrase

off the table

1. (figurative) Beyond consideration.

   We will take no options off the table to achieve that goal.

   • 2019 March 14, Ramzy Baroud, “Chasing mirages: What are Palestinians doing to combat ‘Deal of the Century’?”, in Ma'an News‎^[1], archived from the original on 30 March 2019:

     Diplomatic hogwash aside, ‘efficiency and effectiveness’ have nothing to do with the shutting of the Consulate. The decision is but a continuation of successive US measures aimed at “taking Jerusalem off the table” – as per Trump’s own words - of any future negotiations.

   • 2023 April 5, Jeff Howe, “In Belichick’s pursuit of glory, nothing is off the table, even idea of trading Mac Jones”, in The Athletic‎^[2]:

     That’s why virtually nothing should be off the table this offseason, including the idea of improving at quarterback.

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