fumble the bag
The phrase "fumble the bag" is a modern slang term popularized by hip-hop culture, often used to describe failing to take advantage of opportunities, especially financial ones.
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Definition
C1Financial
(informal, slang)To make poor financial decisions resulting in a loss of money or potential earnings.
Example
- He fumbled the bag by investing in that failing startup.
- She had a chance to double her savings but fumbled the bag with a bad stock choice.
C1General
(informal, slang)To miss out on an opportunity or handle it poorly, leading to negative consequences.
Example
- They fumbled the bag by not submitting the project on time.
- He had a great job offer but fumbled the bag during the interview.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "fumble the bag":
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