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Meaning
Verb
●
To
worsen
an already
difficult situation
or
unfavourable
set of
circumstances
,
typically
by
acting
rashly
,
foolishly
, or incompetently.
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Synonyms
Punch Down
Fan The Flames
Make Matters Worse
Rub It In
Twist The Knife
Add Insult To Injury
Cap It All Off
Add Fuel To The Fire
Throw Gasoline On The Fire
Rub Salt In The Wound
Hit Someone When They Are Down
Kick A Dog When It'S Down
Kick Someone When They Are Down
Strike Someone When They Are Down
Antonyms
Improve
Repair
Pour Oil On Troubled Waters
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