an offer one can't refuse »
An offer from one side in any transaction with the results of failing to accept so unattractive that the other side is almost guaranteed to accept.
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belt and suspenders »
Redundant systems, affording mutual backup in the event of one failing.
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cop out »
To avoid or shirk, either by failing to perform, or by performing in a grossly insufficient, negligent, or superficial manner.
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cry wolf »
To raise a false alarm; to constantly warn others about an imagined threat, thereby failing to get assistance when a real threat appears.
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mend one's ways »
To recognise one's failings and attempt to remedy them.
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one-hit wonder »
A musical performer or musical group known for a single hit song, especially after failing at later attempts at success.
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swing for the fences »
To act in a way that might generate a very good result, but which also has a large chance of failing.
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