Be/get done for something/for doing something

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To be punished or face consequences for something wrong or illegal that you did.

If you keep driving recklessly, you're going to get done for speeding.
Visual representation of "be/get done for something/for doing something" - To be punished or face consequences for something wrong or illegal that you did

Often appears as...

  • get done for theft
  • be done for fraud

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Informal

Colloquial

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Legal Consequence

Suggests legal trouble or interaction with authorities, mainly used for actual law-breaking situations.

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He got done for vandalism after tagging the walls.
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Colloquial Tone

Informal and conversational, not typically used in formal or official writing.

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You’ll get done for skipping class so much.
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Cultural Nuance

Particularly British English usage, might not be well understood in other English-speaking regions.

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Mike might be done for fraud if he's not careful.
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