lead with one's chin: meaning & examples

Meanings:

• 1.

  American EnglishBritish EnglishGlobalinformalidiomatic
  • To act rashly or take unnecessary risks, thereby exposing oneself to criticism, attack, or adverse consequences.

  Examples

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  • In the debate, he tended to lead with his chin, making bold claims without sufficient evidence.

    En el debate, tendía a actuar de manera imprudente, haciendo afirmaciones audaces sin suficiente evidencia.

  • She led with her chin by publicly criticizing her boss before securing support from her team.

    Ella actuó temerariamente al criticar públicamente a su jefe antes de asegurar el apoyo de su equipo.

  • If you keep leading with your chin in negotiations, you risk losing valuable deals.

    Si sigues tomando riesgos innecesarios en las negociaciones, podrías perder acuerdos valiosos.

• 2.

  Globalsportsboxing
  • To present one's chin forward or unprotected in combat or sport, making oneself vulnerable to a strike or blow.

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  • The boxer was warned not to lead with his chin because it left him vulnerable to counterpunches.

    Al boxeador le advirtieron que no sacara la barbilla porque eso lo dejaba vulnerable a los contraataques.

  • During practice, she learned to keep her chin tucked in rather than leading with it to avoid getting hit.

    Durante la práctica, aprendió a mantener la barbilla metida en lugar de sacarla para evitar recibir golpes.

  • He instinctively led with his chin, which the coach said was a beginner’s mistake in sparring sessions.

    Instintivamente sacaba la barbilla, lo que el entrenador dijo que era un error de principiante en las sesiones de sparring.

  • To improve defense, fighters are taught not to lead with their chin but to protect it during combat.

    Para mejorar la defensa, a los luchadores se les enseña a no sacar la barbilla y protegerla durante el combate.