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to play the bad guy
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to be strict, especially toward someone close to one, to help them improve or become stronger
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Idiom
Informal
Ejemplos
As a coach, I had to play the bad guy and push my team during training to ensure they reached their full potential on the field.
My older brother played the bad guy by challenging me to take on more responsibilities and not letting me settle for mediocrity.
