borrow brains
v. To consult with or temporarily hire a person who has expertise in a particular subject.
Other Forms
borrowing brains pp.
Examples
1999
Mr. Axworthy is not shy about "borrowing brains" from Canadian universities and elsewhere for foreign-policy consultations.
—Jeff Sallot & Paul Knox, “Axworthy's maxim: 'All politics are local',” The Globe and Mail, January 01, 1999
1998
Kim has never claimed to be much of a student or intellectual, preferring his image as a fitness freak; he once said that a leader can borrow brains, but not good health.
—B. J. Lee, “Learning the Lessons Of Kim Young Sam,” Newsweek, February 23, 1998
1992 (earliest)
An early morning jogger, Kim often says: "We can borrow brains but not health." He stresses his leadership skills over his intellectual capacity.
—“GATT trade agreement for January Major says,” Agence France Presse, December 19, 1992
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Posted: January 25, 1999