He wants to get even with his brother for the prank.
get even
idiomTo inflict trouble or harm on another in return, typically the same as that inflicted on oneself.
After she lost her job because of his lies, she spent months planning how to get even.
Driven by a cold desire to get even, he meticulously dismantled his rival's reputation, mirroring the exact betrayal he had suffered years prior.
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as it gets
As it is possible to be.
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been there, done that, got the T-shirt
Alternative form of been there, done that, bought the T-shirt.
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can't get enough
Greatly enjoys; likes a lot.
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cat got someone's tongue
Why is someone not saying anything?
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could not get elected dogcatcher
Said of someone, particularly a politician, who is extremely unpopular.
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don't get someone started
Used to attempt to avoid or abbreviate a discussion that speaker or hearer may wish to avoid.
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five will get you ten
I strongly believe.
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get a charge out of
To derive excitement, entertainment, or pleasure from.
Last updated April 17, 2026