Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kick-the-can-down-the-road
idiomatic expression
/kɪk ðə kæn daʊn ðə roʊd/
Definition
To postpone or avoid making a decision, thereby allowing an issue to remain unresolved for the time being.
Examples
- The committee decided to kick the can down the road rather than address the budget issues right now.
- By kicking the can down the road, the company missed the chance to solve the problem effectively.
- Politicians often kick the can down the road to avoid dealing with controversial issues before elections.
Meaning
This phrase often implies that someone is delaying necessary action or responsibility, usually with the hope that the problem will become less pressing or resolve itself over time.
Synonyms
- postpone
- procrastinate
- defer
- delay
