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(idiomatic) To address a problem, especially an unexpected one caused by the incompetence, negligence, or misconduct of another person. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: put out a fire.
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put out a fire
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put out a fire
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idiomatic
Japanese Meaning
比喩的な用法: 他者の無能、怠慢、または不正行為により引き起こされた予期せぬ問題に対応すること。 / 文字通りの用法: 火を消すこと。
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