We've found 24 phrases for lame (0.116 seconds):

pass the buck »    To transfer responsibility or blame from oneself onto another; to absolve oneself of concern for a given matter by claiming to lack authority or jurisdiction.

point the finger »    To accuse; to direct or imply blame.

point the finger at »    To accuse or blame.

shoot the messenger »    To blame a problem on whoever reported it; to hold somebody accountable a problem because he/she brought attention to it.

take the fall »    To assume blame for oneself.

take the heat »    To take the blame; to be the focus of anger or scrutiny; to take the consequences.

take the rap »    To be blamed or punished for something, especially for the actions of another.

throw under the bus »    To betray or blame; to use as a scapegoat.

wash one's hands of »    To absolve oneself of responsibility or future blame for.

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