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the buck stops here
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I am the person who takes final responsibility, so I will not blame others
Said by leaders. You can also name the person: 'The buck stops with the CEO.'
In context
The director told the press, 'The buck stops here, and I apologise for the delays.'
As the owner of the restaurant, she believes the buck stops here, not with her staff.
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