Sekirov Dictionary

throw up one's hands

verb2

To raise both hands in the air in an exasperated manner.
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To cease an attempt because it is perceived as doomed.
- I see it warn't a bit of use to try to go ahead—I'd got to throw up my hands. — 1884

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