| 词汇 | take something out on |
| 释义 | Idiom take something out on someone or something Theme: ANGER - RELEASE to direct (or redirect) one's anger or fear onto someone or something.I don't care if you're mad at your brother. Don't take it out on me!John took his anger out on the wall by kicking it. Idiom take something out ontake (something) out on (someone) to express negative feelings by behaving badly toward someone who is not responsible.I know you're angry at your boss, but don't take it out on the kids. take it out on (someone or something)To punish or mistreat someone or something as a means of expressing or giving vent to a strong, typically negative, emotion, such as anger or aggression. I know you're mad at Dad, but don't take it out on me! I get that you're upset, but why are you taking it out on that poor pillow? What did it ever do to you? Dan has been frustrated by the lack of progress, and unfortunately he's been taking it out on his coworkers. take it out on someone or somethingto punish or harm someone or something because one is angry or disturbed about something. I'm sorry about your difficulty, but don't take it out on me. Don't take it out on the cat. take it out onAlso, take something out on. Vent one's frustration or anger on a person or object. For example, I know you're furious about your grades but don't take it out on me. [First half of 1800s] take it out onInformal To abuse (someone) in venting one's own anger. |
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