put (something) on the long finger

To delay or postpone something indefinitely or for a long time; to procrastinate. Primarily heard in Ireland. I've been meaning to send in my college applications, but I keep putting it on the long finger. Buying life insurance might not be something you want to think about, but if you're planning on starting a family, you shouldn't be putting it on the long finger.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Jackie	JAK-ee	English
Tahnee	TAW-nee	English (Rare)
Dunn	[dʌn]
HurŞİT	-	Turkish
Benny	['beni]
Methoataske	-	Native American, Shawnee