gave someone something to think about

A form of give someone something to think about — To threaten or provide a challenge to.

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Meanings

verb
  1. pastsimple past of give someone something to think about
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MLA

“gave someone something to think about.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/gave%20someone%20something%20to%20think%20about. Accessed November 5, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “gave someone something to think about,” accessed November 5, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/gave%20someone%20something%20to%20think%20about.

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