stand the gaff ( synonym found)

Definition of stand the gaff:

°To operate some distance from the object of the operation.
°(colloquial) To become involved in a social confrontation, or conflict of interests.
°A device which maintains a fixed distance between two objects, especially between a surface and electrical wiring.
°(colloquial) A social confrontation, or conflict between persons (see above verb).
"I don't want to get involved in the standoff between those two."

Definition of stand the gaff:

°To operate some distance from the object of the operation.
°(colloquial) To become involved in a social confrontation, or conflict of interests.
°A device which maintains a fixed distance between two objects, especially between a surface and electrical wiring.
°(colloquial) A social confrontation, or conflict between persons (see above verb).
"I don't want to get involved in the standoff between those two."

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