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cover back

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cover your back (British, American & Australian, American & Australian, very informal!)
to make sure that you cannot be blamed or criticized later for something you have done. The race organizers cover their backs by saying they can't take responsibility for any injuries. I'm gonna cover my ass and get written permission before I go.
See also: back, cover

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When I come in to light your fire this mornin' I crep' up to your bed an' pulled th' cover back careful to look at you.
 
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