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rest on somebody’s shoulders ()

/ˈrest ɑːn ˈsəm.ˌbɑː.di ˈʃoʊl.dəz/
/rest ɒn ˈsəm.ˌbɑː.di ˈʃəʊl.dəz/

if blame or a difficult job rests on somebody’s shoulders, they have to take responsibility for it

The blame rests squarely on Jim’s shoulders.
The success of the project doesn't rest on one person's shoulders; it's a collaborative effort.
When challenges arise, the responsibility often rests on the leader's shoulders.
The decision to proceed with the initiative rests on the manager's shoulders.
Addressing the issue effectively will rest on the team's collective shoulders.


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