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to take a lot out of somebody
[take] it out of {sb}
to take a lot out of somebody
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to exhaust one mentally or physically in order to be done or achieved
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Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "take a lot out of someone" and when to use it?
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.
Examples
Caring for the twins all week took a lot out of her.
