bottle it
The phrase "bottle it" is a UK informal expression primarily used to describe actions driven by fear or lack of courage.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, UK)To avoid doing something because of fear.
Example
- He was going to ask her out, but he bottled it at the last moment.
B2Sports
(informal, UK)To fail to maintain a lead or advantage due to fear or pressure.
Example
- The team bottled it and lost the match in the final minutes.
Similar
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