do wrong
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do (one) wrong
slang To mistreat, deceive, or betray one. I can't believe that you're the one who did me wrong and sabotaged my presentation! That traveling salesman sure did me wrong by running off with my money. You can't do these people wrong and expect them to continue doing business with you.
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do (someone) wrong
Informal To be unfaithful or disloyal.
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