drop your guard

Examples (10)

• He relaxed a little, finally dropping his guard after the intense meeting.
• In a negotiation, you can't afford to drop your guard for even a moment.
• She found it difficult to drop her guard and trust people after being hurt before.
• The champion boxer waited for his opponent to drop his guard before landing the final punch.
• Even in a friendly environment, it's wise not to completely drop your guard.
• The soldiers were warned never to drop their guard while on patrol.
• Once he realized he was in a safe space, he felt comfortable enough to drop his guard.
• A skilled detective knows that a suspect is most likely to slip up when they drop their guard.
• Don't drop your guard; the company is still looking for ways to cut costs.
• Traveling in an unfamiliar country, she knew better than to drop her guard.