Meaning of 'Rob Peter to pay Paul'
What does the saying 'Rob Peter to pay Paul' mean?
Idiom: Rob Peter to pay Paul
Meaning:
If you rob Peter to pay Paul, you try to solve one problem, but create another in doing so, often through short-term planning.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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