Take the heat意思

"Take the heat" is an English idiom that means to accept or endure blame, criticism, or punishment for something, often when it is not deserved. It can also mean to deal with or withstand a difficult or unpleasant situation, especially one that is public or involves conflict.

For example:

• "The boss took the heat for the company's poor financial results."
• "The team captain took the heat after the loss, but it was really a team effort."
• "She took the heat from the media for her controversial comments."

In some contexts, "take the heat" can also mean to distract attention away from someone else, often by accepting blame or criticism yourself.