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have an axe to grind

Idiom Grievance

Meaning

to have a personal reason to complain or criticize

Example Sentences

"She has an axe to grind with her former employer."

Related Expressions

lay off

to dismiss someone from a job due to lack of work or money

call a spade a spade

to speak honestly and directly, even if it’s unpleasant

above board

honest and legal; without deceit

stay ahead of the curve

to stay more advanced or knowledgeable than others

grey matter

intelligence; the ability to think

knuckle down

to start working hard, especially after delaying