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get one's lumps

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  1. take one's lumps, get one's lumpsverb

    suffer the results or consequences of one's behavior or actions

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  1. get one's lumps

    To "get one's lumps" is an informal expression which means to receive punishment, criticism or harsh treatment. It typically refers to the negative consequences or setbacks one experiences, usually as a result of their mistakes or failures.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of get one's lumps in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of get one's lumps in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

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