bounce an idea off someone

bounce an idea off (of) (one)

To discuss an idea with one, in order to gauge interest in it or get feedback. Can I bounce an idea off you while you're here? What do you think of this font for the title? If we bounced this idea off of some of the other people in the office, I bet if we could make it even better. Hey, can I bounce an idea off you? What do you think about a princess theme for the birthday party?

bounce an idea off someone

share an idea with another person in order to get feedback on it and refine it. informal

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