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Term: Tit for a Tat
Part of Speech: Phrase (Idiom)
Senses and Usages:
- Definition: Used to describe an exchange of actions or retaliation in equal measure; returning a harmful or negative action with a similarly harmful or negative action.
Example Sentence:
- After being insulted by his classmate, John decided to respond with tit for a tat, insulting him back.
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Local Usage:
Note: Local usage refers to the colloquial usage of the term specific to a particular region or community.
- Definition: In some local regions, tit for a tat can also mean a playful or light-hearted exchange of similar actions or banter between friends.
Example Sentence:
- During their friendly game of table tennis, they engaged in a tit for a tat manner, teasing each other after every point scored.
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