Take down a notch Meaning in English
expression
释义
To reduce someone’s confidence or pride, usually because they are acting arrogant or overly proud. It’s often said when encouraging someone to be more humble.
用法与细微差别
Informal, often used to refer to someone who seems arrogant or boastful. Commonly heard as 'take him/her down a notch' or 'someone needs to be taken down a notch.' Not literal—means to humble someone, usually verbally.
例句
He needs to be taken down a notch after winning every game.
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Sometimes it's good to take yourself down a notch.
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The coach decided to take them down a notch after their big win.
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Wow, someone really needs to take him down a notch—he won’t stop bragging.
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After her speech, a tough question really took her down a notch.
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He was acting like he owned the place until reality took him down a notch.
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