Pass the Buck

Views Updated: Dec 15, 2025

Key Facts

Abbreviation
PTB
Pronunciation
/pæs ðə bək/
Category
Miscellaneous
Related Field
Unclassified

Examples in Context

  1. David says the responsibility is Mr Smith's and it's no good trying to pass the buck.
  2. If you break a glass, do not pass the buck.
  3. If you break a glass, do not pass the buck, admit that you did it.
  4. Some leaders pass the buck when they have to give someone negative feedback.
  5. You must take full blame, don't pass the buck.

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