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Carry the can

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  1. 1
    To take responsibility, especially in a challenging situation. British, Canada, idiomatic

    "For Vajpayee, who is keen that he alone does not carry the can for his unwieldy alliance, it is a tough decision."

  2. 2
    accept the unpleasant consequences of one's actions wordnet

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