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Vote with your feet

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Metaphorical Use

The phrase is used metaphorically to describe a non-literal action of expressing a choice or preference.

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Faced with poor service, the diners voted with their feet, opting for another restaurant next time.
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Implicit Dissatisfaction

Using this phrase often implies disappointment or disagreement with the situation being left.

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The audience voted with their feet halfway through the boring performance.
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No Formal Ballot

It means making a choice or showing preference without a formal vote or ballot.

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The employees didn't protest but voted with their feet by looking for other jobs.
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