English Explanatory Dictionary

run something up the flagpole

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To propose an idea or make a suggestion in order to acquire feedback from others.

Pronunciation

En-au-run something up the flagpole.ogg

Word forms

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Etymology

Short form of run it up the flagpole, to see who salutes.

Synonyms

float
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