His harsh words gave me something to think about.
give someone something to think about
idiomTo threaten or provide a challenge to.
The manager gave the team something to think about by threatening to cut the budget if sales did not improve.
By exposing the flaws in our long-term strategy, the consultant gave the board of directors something to think about regarding the company's future.
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a little of something goes a long way
Only a small amount of something is usually required to produce a great effect.
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as if someone owns the place
Alternative form of like someone owns the place.
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beat someone round the ears
To beat (a person) with blows about the head.
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bless someone with
To give or bestow, as a gift from God.
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bring someone to their knees
To defeat and make submit to orders.
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call someone every name in the book
To call someone many abusive names.
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call someone everything but a child of God
To call someone many abusive names.
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catch someone napping
To take advantage of someone's inattention.