Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
back-to-the-drawing-board
idiom
/bæk tə ðə ˈdrɔɪŋ bɔrd/
Definition
A phrase used to indicate that an idea or plan has failed and it’s time to start over with a new one.
Examples
- After the initial proposal was rejected, the team had to go back to the drawing board and come up with a more convincing presentation.
- When the project didn’t meet its deadlines, the manager said we need to go back to the drawing board.
Meaning
It suggests a return to the starting point in order to devise a new plan or approach.
Synonyms
- Start over
- Reassess
- Reconsider
- Go back to square one
