fall guy

ریشه

Originated in the early 20th century from the phrase 'take the fall'. In this context, 'fall' means to be arrested or convicted.

مثال

• He was set up as the fall guy for the scheme.
• I'm not going to be your fall guy.
• They needed a fall guy to take the blame for it.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Be the fall guy Set up as the fall guy Used as a fall guy