Move the Goalposts
Definition
Move the Goalposts refers to changing the criteria or expectations for success after the process has already started, often in a way that makes it harder to achieve the original goal. It’s typically used to describe shifting standards or requirements mid-way through a project or deal.
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Translation
When you thought you were done, but suddenly the rules change, and now you’ve got more hoops to jump through—because apparently, the finish line wasn’t really the finish line.