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Go out on a limb

Idiom Risk

Meaning

to take a risk by supporting something or someone

Example Sentences

"He went out on a limb by recommending her for the job."

Related Expressions

to bend the rules

to make exceptions or not strictly follow the law or rules

wave the white flag

to surrender or give up

tell tales

to gossip or reveal secrets, often to get someone in trouble

be at someone’s beck and call

to always be ready to help or obey someone

Hot off the press

Newly printed; very recent news

a big mouth

a person who talks too much or reveals secrets