line of least resistance

• Expression décrivant la façon d'agir la plus facile ou la plus commode, souvent choisie pour éviter les efforts, les conflits ou les difficultés.

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.

   moindre résistance

   • 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.