He does not give a monkey's about the new rules.
give a monkey's
idiomTo care; to have an interest or concern.
Origin
disputed originPossibly a euphemistic ellipsis of “to give a monkey's toss”, “to give a monkey's shit”, "to give a monkey's fart", or “to give a monkey's arse”; compare give a rat's arse or give a rat's ass.
She worked hard on the report, but her boss clearly did not give a monkey's about the results.
Despite the public outcry regarding the environmental damage, the corporation acted as if they did not give a monkey's about the consequences of their actions.
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don't give up your day job
Somewhat sarcastic but usually good-natured advice used to criticise a person's degree of talent (especially in music or other performing arts), implying that they are unlikely to be successful.
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give a damn
To be concerned about, have an interest in, to care (about something).
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give a fuck
To care; to give a shit.
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give a good account of oneself
To act in a creditable manner.
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give a hang
give a hoot; give a damn (to care about; to place value on something)
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give a hoot
To care about; to place value on something.
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give a light
To care.
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give a rat's arse
To care a minimum amount; to have or show minimal interest