line of least resistance

• Bezeichnet den Weg des geringsten Widerstands, also die einfachste oder bequemste Handlungsweise, die oft gewählt wird, um Anstrengung, Konflikt oder Schwierigkeiten zu vermeiden.

A phrase describing the easiest or most convenient course of action, often chosen to avoid effort, conflict, or difficulty.

1. Easiest path or optionB2formal

   The course of action that requires the least effort, difficulty, or opposition.

   Weg des geringsten Widerstands

   • He always takes the line of least resistance in his work.
   • Choosing the line of least resistance often leads to mediocrity.
   • She followed the line of least resistance and avoided the difficult conversation.