Hold the fort

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Temporary Responsibility

Indicates that someone is temporarily taking on another's duties. Slide

While the manager is on vacation, I will hold the fort.

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Underlying Trust

Implies a level of trust placed in the person asked to take charge. Slide

You're reliable, so I'm sure you can hold the fort while I'm away.

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Not Ownership

Suggests looking after something, but not owning or having full permanent control over it. Slide

I'm just holding the fort until the new chef arrives.

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