Meaning of the word "take liberties with" in English

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take liberties with

US /teɪk ˈlɪb.ər.tiz wɪθ/
UK /teɪk ˈlɪb.ər.tiz wɪθ/
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Idiom

1.

to treat someone or something in a way that is too free or familiar, often disrespectfully or inappropriately

Example:
He tends to take liberties with the facts when telling a story.
I don't like how he always takes liberties with my personal space.
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