Meaning of the word "the line of least resistance" in English

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the line of least resistance

US /ðə laɪn əv liːst rɪˈzɪstəns/
UK /ðə laɪn əv liːst rɪˈzɪstəns/
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Idiom

1.

the easiest course of action; the way that involves the least effort or opposition

Example:
He always takes the line of least resistance, avoiding any difficult tasks.
It's often easier to follow the line of least resistance than to challenge the status quo.
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