Stick your neck out

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phrase

To take a risk, especially by saying or doing something that might get you into trouble or make people angry.

I don't often stick my neck out for other people, but I really believe in your cause.
Visual representation of "stick your neck out" - To take a risk, especially by saying or doing something that might get you into trouble or make people angry.

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Potential Consequences

Using the phrase suggests you're aware of possible negative outcomes for your actions.

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He stuck his neck out by criticizing the boss's decision in the meeting.
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Supporting Others

It's often used when someone risks helping others or defending them.

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Sara stuck her neck out for her team, arguing they deserved more credit.
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Metaphorical Risk

The phrase is metaphorical and doesn't refer to physical danger.

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By leaking the document, he was sticking his neck out to expose the truth.
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