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have one's (own) way / get one's (own) way

have one's (own) way / get one's (own) way : be allowed to or make others do as one wishes

 

Examples:

 

1. Andy always insists on having his own way; that's why noboy likes to work with him.

 

2. The two-year old child has learned that if she cries contin

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TO & into

Hi 

I want ask about the difference between usage the 

 prepositions  ( to & into ) to express  the result of an action when can i  use each one to express that?

for ex:

 

She tore the letter to pieces

 

She tore the letter into pieces

 

which correct and why

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watch your back

watch your back: that means to be careful of what is happening around you

 

Examples:

1. You'd better watch your back at work. A lot of people want your position.

 

2. I'm so lucky that you watch my back for me. I would be clueless without your help.

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