Translation of "thrust (one's) head above the parapet" in Russian

Translations

высовывать (голову) из окопа

She was the only one brave enough to thrust her head above the parapet and challenge the director's decision.

Она была единственной, кто осмелился высунуть голову из окопа и оспорить решение директора.

Definitions

To take a risk by publicly stating an opinion or taking a stand on a controversial issue, especially when it may attract criticism or opposition. The phrase originates from the idea of exposing oneself to danger by sticking one's head above a protective barrier (parapet).

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