Idiom: Don't shoot the messenger

Idiom Definitions for 'Don't shoot the messenger'

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.)

Category: War and conflict

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