stick it to
To assert one's power in an attempt to get revenge or prove a point; to show who's boss.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“He wants to stick it to his boss by quitting today.”
“The small company lowered its prices to stick it to the giant corporation that tried to buy them out.”
“By refusing to sign the unfair contract, the workers hoped to stick it to the management and force a better negotiation.”
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beat off with a stick
To reject (a person making an unwanted amorous approach).
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beat with the ugly stick
Used to describe someone who is particularly ugly or unattractive.
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carrot and stick
The simultaneous rewarding of good behavior and punishing of bad behavior.
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clue stick
A metaphorical stick used to beat information or understanding into a slow learner.
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get on the stick
To get started; to begin working; to become active.
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get stuck in
To dedicate a large amount of effort towards.
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hit with the stupid stick
Used to describe someone who is stupid or unintelligent.
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holy crap on a stick
Emphatic form of holy crap.
Last updated August 10, 2026