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get/take (the) flak (informal)
to receive strong criticism (often + from ) Channel 4 took the flak from angry viewers protesting about the show. (often + for ) She got a lot of flak for deserting her children. See also: get Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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A BBC statement said Miss Peyton was not wearing a flak jacket because it was felt they would "draw unnecessary attention and invite attack". Summary: Flik Flak brings its time-tested lessons on telling time to Modhesh Fun City ItCOs a watch-making brand dedicated solely to children, and it has set camp at the summer special venue for children. And not just the protection of an armoured car or flak jacket. |
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