to fall on one's sword

Визначення та значення слова « fall on one's sword» англійською мовою

to fall on one's sword
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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

to [fall] on {one's} sword definition and meaning
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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.
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