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Take it out of someone vs Take it out on someone

take it out of someone

1. said of smth. that exhausts or weakens a person:

  • He needs rest. The excitement of the past few days has taken it out of him.

2. exact satisfaction from a person (for an offence):

  • Now, you need to find a way to get the money back or your boss will take it out of you.

take it out on someonerelieve one’s irritation, frustration, etc. by attacking smb. who is innocent:

  • I know you’re upset at missing the train, but that’s no reason to take it out on the porter.