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It Serves You Right
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Meaning/Usage
: Expressing that justice happened because the person got what they deserved
Explanation
: This is usually said when something bad happens to someone who continually did something bad.
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It serves you right
. You were not nice to him.
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It serves him right
. He can't expect to win when he cheats during the game.
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It serves you right
. You got what you deserved.
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A.
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Can you believe Kim got fired from work?
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B.
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Serves her right
. She was always late or calling in sick.
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A.
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I guess you're right, but I hope she finds a new jo
B.
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B.
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Me too.
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Other Common Sentences
"
You got what you deserved.
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