not touch something with a barge pole
Verb
Meaning
not touch (something) with a barge pole
(idiomatic, UK) To avoid something at all costs; to refuse to associate with something; (signifies a strong aversion).
Verb
not touch (something) with a barge pole
(idiomatic, UK) To avoid something at all costs; to refuse to associate with something; (signifies a strong aversion).