at the receiving end


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at the receiving end

In the position of getting something (from someone else). Typically, the one "at the receiving end" is the recipient of some behavior or action perceived to be harmful or negative. Look, I know you're having a tough time at work, but I'm sick of being at the receiving end of your temper every night! I'd hate to be at the receiving end of one of his roundhouse kicks.
See also: end, receive

be at (or on) the receiving end

be subjected to something unpleasant. informal
See also: end, receive
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Bilawal Bhutto remarked those who claimed the rule of law are now trying to become the oppressed when they are at the receiving end.
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Uncertain term; VOICE OF THE DAILY MIRROR
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and the party at the receiving end. I try not to judge.
Agency provocateur
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