carry the can English

Meaning carry the can meaning

What does carry the can mean?

carry the can verb

— (British, Canada, idiomatic) To take responsibility, especially in a challenging situation.

Topics carry the can topics

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Blame

• What words refer to being blamed for something?
  get the blame get blamed for take the blame take the rap carry the can take the fall