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comeuppance

[ kuhm-uhp-uhns ]

noun

Informal.
  1. deserved reward or just deserts, usually unpleasant:

    He finally got his comeuppance for his misbehavior.



comeuppance

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noun

  1. informal.
    just retribution
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged†2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of comeuppance1

An Americanism first recorded in 1855–60; from the phrase come up (as in judgment for a trial) + -ance
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of comeuppance1

C19: from come up (in the sense: to appear before a judge or court for judgment)
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The total lack of subtext makes the film frustrating to watch, even if we know Josh will get his comeuppance.

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But this is just the middle chapter; a third season is slated for 2025, and it is my holiday wish that it spells “comeuppance.â€

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This compelling novel about a gourmet chef and serial killer who gets her comeuppance was inspired by a true story and examines society's relationship with food, misogyny and violence.

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Everyone likes to see a bully get his comeuppance, seeing him get laughed at is a special treat.

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And villains typically, though not always, get their comeuppance.

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