direct (something) at (someone or something)

direct (something) at (someone or something)

To target someone or something with something negative. I'm not the one who sabotaged your presentation, so don't direct your anger at me! I knew going into this campaign that my opponent would direct plenty of vitriol at me. I can handle it. Hey, direct any complaints at Miriam because this was her brilliant idea.

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direct something at someone or something

to aim something at someone or something. (Very close to direct something against someone or something.) Are you directing your remarks at me? Please direct the hose at the bushes.

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