Be on (one's) case In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "be on (one's) case", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tonia Thai calendar 2021-07-05 10:07

Meaning of Be on (one's) case

Be on (one's) case American British informal

To nag, annoy, or irritate someone all the times
 

Every time my leader sees Jenny, he is on her case to have that scientific research done quickly.

My dad was on my case about discarding all unnecessary objects in my bedroom.

My little brother is always being on my case whenever I play games.

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To annoy someone very much

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An informal way to say that it doesn't bother me any.

 

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To make someone feel angry or upset

all somebody ever does is...

Used to complain that one does the same thing very often, usually in an annoying way

Grammar and Usage of Be on (one's) case

Verb Forms

  • am/are/is on (one's) case
  • was/were on (one's) case
  • been on (one's) case
  • being on (one's) case

The verb "be" should be conjugated according to its tense.
 

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State something in a very strong, clear and effective way

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