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Definition

To inflict trouble or harm on another in return, typically the same as that inflicted on oneself.

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In Context

  • "But I warn you, Anita, we're through. I'm through with all of you! I'll get even. Just wait! You'll be sorry! You fools! You...YOU IDIOTS!"
  • "Pinkerton man, murdering bastard / I’m gonna get even, get even with you"
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Also Said As

  • reciprocate
  • retaliate
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Related Idioms

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get back on the horse that bucked one

To return to something that previously caused harm.

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burn one's fingers

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 c

cut off one's nose to spite one's face

To harm oneself as a result of attempting to harm an adversary.

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dig oneself in a hole

To put oneself in even more trouble.

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after one's own heart

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reap what one sows

To receive as a return or reward in the same measure as one's exertion…
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