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to fall on one's sword
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cadere sulla propria spada
to take the blame or punishment for something, even if it is not entirely one's fault, in order to protect someone else or to preserve one's honor
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He fell on his sword and took the blame for the team's loss in the championship game.
If the company's reputation is on the line, someone may need to fall on their sword.
