get even with someone

相关词: even

成语

Definition

  1. To retaliate against someone for a wrong they have done, seeking to inflict equivalent harm or discomfort.

    对某人进行报复,以牙还牙。

    • After being fouled by his opponent in the game, he was determined to get even with him.

      在比赛中被对手犯规后,他决心要报复他。

    • Feeling unfairly treated by her boss, she plotted to get even with him.

      她觉得被老板不公平对待,于是策划要报复他。

    • He had been waiting for the chance to get even with his rival for the past insults.

      他一直在等待机会,为过去的侮辱报复他的对手。