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take the law into one's own hands

Idiom Law

Meaning

to seek justice personally rather than through legal authorities

Example Sentences

"The villagers decided to take the law into their own hands and punished the thief."

Related Expressions

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to start working hard, especially after delaying

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someone or something that brings great happiness

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a personal or emotional element that technology lacks

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by lying or misleading someone

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To say what is true instead of lying.

take a chill pill

to calm down or relax; to not overreact