
Send somebody packing
Negative Implication
The phrase often implies disapproval or rejection of the person being sent away.
After cheating in the game, the player was sent packing.
Informal Tone
Used in casual conversation, it's not suitable for formal contexts like business or diplomatic discussions.
He was always late, so the boss sent him packing.
Authority and Power
The person doing the 'sending' has authority or power over the other.
The teacher sent the unruly student packing from class.