long finger

noun

1. put something on the long finger
   to postpone something for a long time

Example Sentences

“I don’t know if I have a long finger or it’s just because I’ve been doing it my whole life. When I show guys my grip, a lot of them can like kind of get it, but they don’t get the same pressure that I do.”

From Seattle Times

He crooks a long finger under my chin, tilting my head up so that my eyes meet his, light brown flecked with gray.

From Literature

If you’re gripping a virtual item, the long finger actuators will stiffen, creating a sensation of resistance.

From The Verge

“Because, look’ee here, dear boy,” he said, dropping his voice, and laying a long finger on my breast in an impressive manner, “caution is necessary.”

From Literature

Pointing that long finger up in the air.

From Los Angeles Times