“Carry the can”

Definition

To take responsibility or blame for something.

Examples

Examples

“The manager had to carry the can for the failure.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Carry the can" mean?
"Carry the can" means to take responsibility or blame for something..
How do you use "Carry the can" in a sentence?
Example: "The manager had to carry the can for the failure."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Carry the can"?
Взять ответственность или вину на себя. / Պատասխանատվություն կամ մեղք վերցնել իր վրա։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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