Meaning of flak-catcher | Babel Free

Examples

“Joseph especially had been the ideal "flak-catcher” ready to turn the other cheek when abused.”

“I try to think of a new way of asking the Health Department's nominated flak-catcher, junior minister David Mellor, about the impending back-bench revolt over health charges.”

“Is the flak-catcher going to tell you not to call The Boss? It's possible, but if you invite him to the meeting too, he'll have a tough time justifying the demand.”

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