path of least resistance



path of least resistance

Fig. the easiest course to follow; the easiest route. (Often with follow the or take the.) John will follow the path of least resistance. I like challenges. I won't usually take the path of least resistance.
See also: least, of, path, resistance

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Maia (1)MAY-ə (English), MIE-ə (English)Greek Mythology, Roman Mythology, Portuguese, Georgian
Moriahmo-RIE-ə (English)Biblical, Biblical Hebrew, English (Modern)
Abdias-Biblical Latin
Kishori-Indian, Marathi
DobrosŁAwdaw-BRAW-swahfPolish
Eun-Junguwn-jungKorean