Sentences with Leave Holding The Bag

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To abandon someone or to make them responsible for a situation, often unexpectedly or unfairly.

2 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'Leave Holding The Bag'

The manager decided to leave holding the bag to the new employee without proper training.

After the failed business deal, he chose to leave holding the bag for his partners' mistakes.

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