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take it out on

Phrasal-verb Behavior

Meaning

to express anger or frustration by being unpleasant to someone not responsible

Example Sentences

"Don’t take it out on your colleagues when you’re stressed."

Related Expressions

move with

to adjust according to changing trends or environments

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to withdraw investments or operations from a market

wallflower

a shy person who avoids social activities

rely upon stability

to depend on consistent conditions or predictable systems

lie in wait

to hide and wait for someone or something

lead the way for

to create an example that others can follow