take it out on

Example Sentences

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Across the world, the rising cost of living will likely translate into frustrated voters looking to take it out on incumbent parties.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

“They take it out on a little eye dropper, and they put it all over,” he continued, adding that the team used insect repellent on his face to keep the bees clear from that area.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

“We all have bad days and stress, and it was wrong for me to take it out on an officer who’s simply doing his job,” she said.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 29, 2024

“I think it’s important to remember that people have grudges against him for whatever reason and they use this to take it out on Kevin,” Mr. Joyce said.

From Washington Times • Sep. 15, 2023

This incapacity fretted him badly and he would sometimes take it out on Rab...

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes