He says he will leave his office feet first.
feet first
idiomIn the manner of a deceased person (i.e., dead).
The stubborn old man insisted that he would only leave his family home feet first.
Despite the mounting pressure from his rivals to resign, the politician vowed that he would be carried out of office feet first.
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beat feet
To run.
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blink first
To be the first party in some situation to give in or back down.
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cast the first stone
To act self-righteously in accusing another person, believing oneself to be blameless.
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come first
To win first place in a competition.
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director of first impressions
A receptionist.
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drag one's feet
To procrastinate, put off; to dawdle, avoid, or make progress slowly and reluctantly.
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feet of clay
In someone apparently strong and without failings, a hidden weakness which could lead to downfall.
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find one's feet
To grow in confidence in a new situation as one gains experience.