he was fired

he was fired(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
1.
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
(colloquial)
(general)
a. fue despedido
Carlos is unemployed. He was fired last month.Carlos está desempleado. Fue despedido el mes pasado.
b. lo despidieron
Julian didn't want to have to tell them that he was fired from his last job.Julián no quería decirles que lo despidieron de su último trabajo.
c. lo echaron
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
(colloquial)
Where’s Jim today? - He was fired for stealing.¿Dónde está Jim hoy? - Lo echaron porque robaba.
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