Give (one) Jesse In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "give (one) Jesse", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tonia Thai calendar 2022-02-16 03:02

Meaning of Give (one) Jesse

Give (one) Jesse American British obsolete

If you say that you give (one) Jesse, you mean that you criticize or punish someone.

It’s unfair to give the whole class Jesse for the actions of one or two students.

Officers are expected to give soldiers Jesse for not keeping their uniforms in good condition.

My parents decided to give me Jesse by withdrawing financial support.

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Speak out the problem
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A harsh reproof

wet blanket

Someone who ruins others' fun and enjoyment

bring someone to justice

To punish someone for committing a crime

send (one) away with a flea in (one's) ear

A severe criticism or rebuke that's used to dismiss someone

Grammar and Usage of Give (one) Jesse

Verb Forms

  • give (one) Jesse
  • gives (one) Jesse
  • gave (one) Jesse
  • given (one) Jesse
  • giving (one) Jesse

The verb "give" should be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of Give (one) Jesse

The expression alludes to a "Jesse," a falconry strap that was also used to strike bad falconry performers.

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