The idiom "take a lot out of someone" is used to describe a situation where an activity or event drains a person physically, emotionally, or mentally, requiring significant effort and leaving them feeling exhausted or depleted. The origin of this idiom can be traced to the concept of taking something out, or extracting energy or vitality from someone due to the demanding nature of a particular task or experience.

What is the origin of the idiom "take a lot out of someone" and when to use it?

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