Asleep at the switch meaning
What does the saying 'Asleep at the switch' mean?
Idiom: Asleep at the switch
Meaning:
If someone is asleep at the switch, they are not doing their job or taking their responsibilities very carefully.
'Asleep at the wheel' is an alternative.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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