Meaning of the word "take the fall for" in English
What does "take the fall for" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
take the fall for
US /teɪk ðə fɔl fɔr/
UK /teɪk ðə fɔl fɔr/
Idiom
to accept blame or punishment for something, often to protect someone else
Example:
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He decided to take the fall for his brother's mistake.
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Someone has to take the fall for this disaster.