get a bang out of someone/something

get a bang out of (someone)

To get a feeling of enjoyment, amusement, or excitement from someone. I get a bang out of Janene—she's really hilarious. John was gushing about you all day—I think he really gets a bang out of you. We all get a bang out of your sister, so please bring her around more often!

See also: bang, get, of, out

get a bang out of (something)

To get a lot of enjoyment or excitement from something. Even as an adult, I still get a bang out of building sandcastles at the beach. She really gets a bang out of doing wheelies on her motorcycle in front of an audience. I'm not surprised Caroline loves doing karaoke—she's always gotten a bang out of singing in front of people.

See also: bang, get, of, out

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get a bang out of someone/something

and get a kick out of someone/something

tv. to get a thrill from someone or something. I always get a bang out of her jokes. We got a kick out of him and the way he just sat there.

See also: bang, get, of, out, someone, something

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