play the misspoke card
to say that you "misspoke" something, to get off easy for saying something stupid, false, or offensive.
example of how to play the misspoke card.
"edited for dramatic effect"
Sarah Palin:North Korea is our ally.
Glenn Beck:South Korea...
Palin later on:I misspoke.
"edited for dramatic effect"
Sarah Palin:North Korea is our ally.
Glenn Beck:South Korea...
Palin later on:I misspoke.