calling switzerland

Switzerland is a European country which has been neutral in many historical conflicts, including the two world wars. When someone "calls Switzerland", they are claiming to be neutral in an argument.

#1: Stacey got mad at her boyfriend because instead of taking her side in a fight with her room mate, he called 'switzerland' and left the room.

#2: guy 1: Dude, who's right, me or Bill?

guy 2: I'm not getting involved. I'm calling switzerland.

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