carry the can

== English == === Etymology === (This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.) === Pronunciation === === Verb === carry the can (third-person singular simple present carries the can, present participle carrying the can, simple past and past participle carried the can) (UK, Canada, idiomatic) To take responsibility, especially in a challenging situation. 1998 April 25, Arati R. Jerath, "18 partners hunt for one voice," Indian Express (Bombay) (retrieved 21 Oct 2008): For Vajpayee, who is keen that he alone does not carry the can for his unwieldy alliance, it is a tough decision. ==== Synonyms ==== take the rap ==== See also ==== carry the mail kick at the can kick the can down the road bell the cat take one for the team