English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "it's slipping away under your watch" Mean?
Learn what "it's slipping away under your watch" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Advanced
Rude
Firm
Confront
I know your father builds something strong, but it's slipping away under your watch.
It means the speaker is blaming someone for failing to protect or manage something properly.
From In Love With My Godfather's Daughter, Episode 2
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone says things are disappearing or falling apart while the other person is in charge.
Usage Scenario
Use this to accuse someone of negligence or failure. It sounds critical and confrontational.
Better ways to say it
1
It’s slipping away under your watch.
2
You’re letting it slip away.
3
It’s falling apart on your watch.
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