Back in (one's) box In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "back in (one's) box", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tommy Tran calendar 2021-09-30 10:09

Meaning of Back in (one's) box

Back in (one's) box phrase informal

Back in a position in which one attracts less attention

His election loss won't put him back in his box.

Their heavy criticism has set her back in her box.

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the squeaky wheel gets the grease

Used to to emphasize that attention is paid to the individuals who complain or cause problems

get a load of something or someone

To tell someone to pay attention to something interesting

dig somebody in the ribs

Push someone with your finger or elbow to get their attention

Friends, Romans, Countrymen, Lend Me Your Ears

Everybody, pay attention to me.

warn (one) off (from someone or something)

To tell someone to leave or stay away from a dangerous situation or trouble

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To be outperformed or outrun by someone, usually by a very wide margin.

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You have to be quicker to finish this task or you will eat other my dust.

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