Throw (something) back in (one's) face In english explanation

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

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-09-20 09:09

Meaning of Throw (something) back in (one's) face

Throw (something) back in (one's) face phrase

To refuse to accept or consider something that one has stated or done in a way that seems rude and unfriendly.

 

My boss threw my report back in my face because I submitted it late.

I can't bear seeing him throwing your sincere apologies back in your face like that.

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Absolutely or definitely not

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Certainly not

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To ask me another question because I don't know the answer.

not have a bar of (something)

To not accept or have anything to do with something

reject (someone or something) out of hand

1. To reject someone/something completely without thinking about or discussing them.
2. To say that someone is no longer your friend, relative, or loved one without thinking about or discussing them.

 

Grammar and Usage of Throw (something) back in (one's) face

Verb Forms

  • thrown (something) back in (one's) face
  • threw (something) back in (one's) face
  • throwing (something) back in (one's) face

The verb "throw" must be conjugated according to its tense.
 

Origin of Throw (something) back in (one's) face

The origin of this phrase is not clear.
 

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