Meaning: This idiom means to share an idea or thought with someone to get their opinion or feedback, or to discuss something briefly to see how it is received.
Usage in Example Sentences:
- “Can I bounce some ideas off you for the project?”
- “She bounced her marketing plan off the team to get their input.”
- “I need to bounce this idea off my manager before moving forward.”
Origin: The phrase “bounce off” draws from the imagery of something physically bouncing, like a ball hitting a surface and rebounding. In this idiom, ideas or thoughts “bounce” off someone else as they give feedback, suggesting a back-and-forth exchange of thoughts or reactions. The phrase has been in use since at least the mid-20th century in informal conversations.
