Don't shoot the messenger

November 20th, 2008 No Comments   Posted in English Idioms

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.)

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Don't shoot the messenger

November 19th, 2008 No Comments   Posted in English Idioms

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.)

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Lord willing and the creek don't rise

November 12th, 2008 No Comments   Posted in English Idioms

Pertains to the ability to accomplish a task or meet an obligation, barring unforseen complications. Example: “I will be at work tomorrow, Lord willing and the creek don’t rise.”

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Don't shoot the messenger

November 11th, 2008 No Comments   Posted in English Idioms

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.)

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Don't shoot the messenger

November 10th, 2008 No Comments   Posted in English Idioms

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.)

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