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take someone for a ride

TAYK SUM-wun for ah RYD

teɪk ˈsʌmwʌn fər ə raɪd

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Syllable breakdown

takesomeoneforaride

Dictionary meaning

deceive or swindle someone; exploit someone's trust for personal gain

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