Idiom Breakdown

run something up the flagpole

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Definition

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

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Origins

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

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In Context

"The idea might not be so bad; why don't you run it up the flagpole at the next board meeting?"

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Also Said As

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