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Definition |
taking a bold action in the face of danger |
Examples |
1) She decided to stick out her neck
and speak up against the unfair treatment of her colleagues. 2) The
brave politician chose to stick out his neck
and advocate for the controversial policy. |
Etymology |
It is derived from animals sticking their
necks out to reach for something |
Synonyms |
out of danger, free from peril |