take the fall
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تعریف و معنای "take the fall"

to take the fall
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to take the blame for another person's actions or accept full responsibility for a crime or wrongdoing that other people were also part of
to [take] the fall definition and meaning
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What is the origin of the idiom "take the fall" and when to use it?

The idiom "take the fall" is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, primarily in American English. The phrase likely emerged within the context of criminal or legal settings, where individuals would take responsibility or accept blame for crimes committed by others. It is commonly employed in discussions related to legal matters, criminal activities, and situations involving accountability.

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They take the fall for the company's financial scandal to preserve the image of the organization.
They took the fall for the political scandal and faced public scrutiny.
He was brave enough to take the fall, accepting the punishment without hesitation.
He took the fall for his brother's crime and served time in prison.
She took the fall for the failed project, accepting the blame on behalf of the team.
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