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Definition a slap on the wrist in British English

a slap on the wrist phrase

phrase
1

a punishment that is less severe than is expected or usual

Example

All he got was a slap on the wrist and he kept his job.

Synonyms and related words
punishment retribution lesson
Definition a slap on the wrist in British English