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make an example of someone

Idiom Law

Meaning

to punish someone to warn others

Example Sentences

"The boss made an example of the dishonest employee."

Related Expressions

pull someone’s leg

to tease or joke with someone by lying in a playful way

hang onto

to keep something and not give it away

in all honesty

To be completely truthful or sincere.

get along with someone

to have a friendly relationship with someone

head out

to leave for a destination

The darkest hour is just before the dawn

Things often seem worst just before they improve.