Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nip-in-the-bud
idiom
/nɪp ɪn ðə bʌd/
Definition
To stop something at an early stage before it has a chance to develop.
Examples
- It’s better to nip the problem in the bud rather than waiting for it to escalate.
- The manager decided to nip the gossip in the bud before it affected team morale.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to suggest preventing a problem or undesirable situation from growing or becoming more serious.
Synonyms
- Stop in its tracks
- Cut off at the pass
- Prevent from growing
