“Draw the short straw”

Definition

To be chosen for an unpleasant task.

Examples

Examples

“I drew the short straw and had to fix the bug.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Draw the short straw" mean?
"Draw the short straw" means to be chosen for an unpleasant task..
How do you use "Draw the short straw" in a sentence?
Example: "I drew the short straw and had to fix the bug."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Draw the short straw"?
Вытянуть короткую соломинку, получить неприятную задачу. / Ընտրվել տհաճ առաջադրանքի համար։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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