avoid responsibility
/əˈvɔɪd rɪˈspɒnsəbɪləti/To refuse to accept blame, accountability, or duty for one's actions or decisions.
The manager avoided responsibility by blaming the team for the project's failure.
The manager refused to take blame and instead shifted responsibility to the team.
She avoids responsibility by never committing to long-term plans.
She refuses to take on long-term duties or obligations.
This phrase is often used to describe someone who evades accountability or duty.
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💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Use
In formal contexts, consider using 'evade responsibility' or 'shirk accountability' instead.
⚡Gold Rule
Negative Connotation
This phrase often implies criticism, so use it carefully in professional or polite settings.
📖Word Origin
The phrase combines 'avoid' (to keep away from) and 'responsibility' (the state of being accountable).
📝Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in informal contexts to describe someone who refuses to accept blame or duty. It can carry a negative connotation.