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Oxford Dictionary of Idioms
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Idiom: On the carpet


Idiom Definition

Meaning:

  • When you are called to the bosses office (since supposedly, they are the only ones who have carpet) and its definitely not for a good reason, i.e., you are in trouble, something has not gone according to plan and either maybe you are responsible and/or have some explaining to do.

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Contributed By: Elizabeth Everson
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