“Move the goalposts”

Definition

To change the rules or requirements unfairly.

Examples

Examples

“They keep moving the goalposts after each review.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Move the goalposts" mean?
"Move the goalposts" means to change the rules or requirements unfairly..
How do you use "Move the goalposts" in a sentence?
Example: "They keep moving the goalposts after each review."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Move the goalposts"?
Нечестно менять правила или требования. / Անարդարացիորեն փոխել կանոնները կամ պահանջները։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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