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a Frankenstein's monster
something that cannot be controlled and that attacks or destroys the person who invented it
Usage notes: This phrase comes from the book Frankenstein by Mary Shelley.
Giving extra powers to the army turned it into a Frankenstein's monster that is now threatening to overthrow the ruling party.

the green-eyed monster  (humorous)

the feeling of being jealous Do you think his criticisms of Jack are valid or is it just a case of the green-eyed monster?


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Among Men was exactly that when he triumphed in 1998, while the closing scene of the 2000 renewal was no place for a lady as the hapless Dansili became the latest to be monstered by Giant's Causeway.
In fact, Manchester United were monstered by a Barca side which was romping its way to a historic Treble.
The Sky reporter who Sir Alex monstered at a press conference last week might disagree but there are increasing signs that Ferguson is actually beginning to mellow.
 
 
 
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