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throw your weight around

Idiom Power

Meaning

to use one’s power or influence aggressively

Example Sentences

"He likes to throw his weight around in meetings."

Related Expressions

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used when something hoped for did not happen

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to argue against an idea to test how strong it is

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Wearing very fashionable or attractive clothes

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to be honest and kind in feelings and actions

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jealousy destroys one’s peace of mind