Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

not have a leg to stand on

idiom

/nɒt hæv ə lɛɡ tə stænd ɒn/

Definition

To be in a position where one cannot defend oneself or where one has no valid arguments or support.

Examples

If you can’t produce any documents to support your claims, you won’t have a leg to stand on in the argument.
After realizing the flaws in his reasoning, he admitted he did not have a leg to stand on.

Meaning

This phrase is often used to describe a situation where someone is unable to prove their case or justify their actions due to a lack of evidence or solid reasoning.