Tell somebody where to get off/where they can get off

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To strongly tell someone to stop doing something annoying or to stop interfering.

She kept giving me unwanted advice, so I finally told her where to get off.
Visual representation of "tell somebody where to get off/where they can get off" - To strongly tell someone to stop doing something annoying or to stop interfering

Often appears as...

  • he told her where to get off
  • told him plainly where to get off

Usage tips

Informal, Disapproving

Idiomatic

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Assertiveness

Use the phrase to assert yourself when someone's actions bother you.

Illustration for Assertiveness
After his constant teasing, I told him where to get off.
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Informal Context

The phrase is informal and might be considered rude in professional settings.

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In the meeting, I couldn't just tell my boss where to get off.
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Strong Emotion

It's used to express strong irritation and should be used sparingly to avoid offense.

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He was so arrogant that I had to tell him where to get off.
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