Meaning of 'Don't shoot the messenger'
What does the saying 'Don't shoot the messenger' mean?
Idiom: Don't shoot the messenger
Meaning:
This phrase can be used when breaking some bad news to someone and you don't want to be blamed for the news.
('Don't kill the messenger' is also used.)
Country: International English |
Subject Area: War, weapons and conflict |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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