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Take-the-rap Definition

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verb

(slang) To be blamed or punished for something, especially for the wrongful actions of another; to willingly allow oneself to be so blamed or punished.

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Take-the-rap Is Also Mentioned In

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Words Ending With

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Words Near Take-the-rap in the Dictionary

  • take the red eye
  • take the rough with the smooth
  • take the shine out of
  • take-the-offensive
  • take-the-pee
  • take-the-piss
  • take-the-pledge
  • take-the-plunge
  • take-the-point
  • take-the-rap
  • take-the-red-pill
  • take-the-reins
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