Meaning of the word "throw your weight around" in English
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throw your weight around
US /θroʊ jʊər weɪt əˈraʊnd/
UK /θroʊ jʊər weɪt əˈraʊnd/
Idiom
1.
to use your power or authority in an unpleasant or unfair way
Example:
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The new manager likes to throw his weight around, making everyone uncomfortable.
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She was accused of throwing her weight around to get special treatment.
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