Let's move the goalposts.

Meaning

Let's change the objectives or expectations.

Examples

• John: We're not meeting our initial targets.
• Alice: Perhaps we need to re-evaluate the project scope. <b>Let's move the goalposts</b>.
• John: I'm not sure that's the right approach.
• Alice: We need to be realistic. <b>Let's move the goalposts</b> and set more achievable targets.