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Take it/a lot out of somebody

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Physical Impact

Refers to literal fatigue after physical activities.

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Climbing that mountain really took it out of me.
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Emotional Context

Used to describe emotional drain, not just physical tiredness.

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Dealing with the loss really took a lot out of her.
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Not Negative Alone

Can describe the outcomes of positive events that are tiring.

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The wedding was wonderful, but it took a lot out of us.
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