💊 A Dose of One’s Own Medicine
Definition: Repayment in kind; tit for tat. Although the idea is hardly new, the medicinal metaphor dates only from the late nineteenth century. V. Perdue used it in The Singing Clock (1941): “It was only fair for them to get a taste of their own medicine.”
Synonyms and Related Terms:
- Right-back-at-you
- Eye for an eye
- Quid pro quo
- Turnabout is fair play
- Poetic justice
- Payback time
- What goes around, comes around 🌍
Antonyms:
- Taking the high road
- Letting it slide
- Turning the other cheek 🌼
Humorous Quote:
“Giving someone a taste of their own medicine may sound vindictive, but remember—it could also be part of their treatment plan!” – Dr. Sarcasm Allgood
Proverbs and Sayings:
- “What goes around, comes around.”
- “An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth.” 🍏
- “As you sow, so shall you reap.”
Literature:
- “Les Misérables” by Victor Hugo – The theme of justice and retribution weaves through this timeless classic.
- “The Count of Monte Cristo” by Alexandre Dumas – The ultimate tale of revenge served cold.
Movies:
- “Kill Bill” (2003) – A prime example of a character giving an extra-large serving of their own medicine.
- “Mean Girls” (2004) – Hilarious high school paybacks galore.
Songs:
- “Bad Blood” by Taylor Swift – A catchy reminder that payback is a dish best served through a pop song.
- “Payback” by James Brown – Feel the godfather of soul deliver retribution in a funky way.
Poetry:
- “Revenge” by Letitia Elizabeth Landon – Capturing the emotional essence of giving back a dose of one’s own consequences.
As you dive into the realms of idioms and clichés, remember: life has a strange way of serving up poetic justice when you least expect it. Keep your karma clean, and you won’t need to worry about any unexpected doses of your own medicine!
Until next time, sweet wordsmiths, may your language be as beautiful and straightforward as the tale of a dictionary definition. 🌐
✍️ H. P. Metaphorson, October 2023
