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Meaning of I'd like to see someone try | Babel Free

Phrase CEFR C2

Definitions

Expressing a threat or challenge to someone.

idiomatic

Examples

“"Pretty deadly, eh? I mean your stepfather. Makes you toe the mark I suppose." "I'd like to see him try," answered Paul scornfully. "No, sir, he let's ^([sic]) me alone and I let him alone. He knows I haven't any use for him. […]”

CEFR level

C2

Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

See also

I'd of I'll be a monkey's uncle I'll be bound I'll be dipped I'll be dipped in shit I'll be in my bunk