Example
“Instead of fixing the scheduling mistake, each manager tried to pass the buck.”
Dictionary details
Related idioms
Expressions connected by reviewed component words or topic tags.
pass muster
Neutral · CEFR C1
to be judged good enough after an examination or review
bang for your buck
Informal · CEFR B1
the value or impact you get for the money or effort spent
carry the can
Neutral · CEFR C1
To take the blame or responsibility for a problem, especially when others avoid doing so.
call it a day
Informal · CEFR B1
To decide to stop working on something for now.
do the job
Informal · CEFR B1
to be good enough to achieve the desired result
go downhill
Neutral · CEFR B1
to become progressively worse in condition, quality, or performance
Source methodology
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