To depart from a situation rapidly and decisively.
Originates from an aviation (especially military) term referring the pitch control on a helicopter, which is pulled to make the aircraft lift off. Recalls the idea of needing to get a helicopter off a pick-up zone with an enemy closing in.
Originates from an aviation (especially military) term referring the pitch control on a helicopter, which is pulled to make the aircraft lift off. Recalls the idea of needing to get a helicopter off a pick-up zone with an enemy closing in.
by BornOut March 5, 2009