idiom
fall on your sword
FAWL on yor SORD
fɔːl ɒn jɔːr sɔːrdListen
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Syllable breakdown
fallonyoursword
Dictionary meaning
To accept responsibility or blame; to resign or make a sacrifice for the greater good.
Examples
- The CEO fell on his sword, resigning before shareholders demanded it.
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