Example: We kunnen het probleem niet langer op de lange baan schuiven.
Definition
"Op de lange baan schuiven" is a Dutch expression meaning to postpone or delay something indefinitely, especially a task or problem. It implies putting off dealing with an issue, often to avoid immediate attention or responsibility.
The phrase "op de lange baan schuiven" literally translates to "to push onto the long track". It originates from billiards terminology, where the 'long track' refers to a longer, less direct path, symbolizing delay. Did you know it humorously suggests sending problems down a long road to be dealt with much later?
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"Op de lange baan schuiven" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (C1) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used expressions.
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to postpone indefinitely