step down »
To gradually reduce something, a little at a time, as an electronic step down transformer.
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straight man »
A member of a team of comic performers who plays a supporting role by helping to set up jokes and punch lines through engaging in preparatory dialog with the principal comedian; a foil who plays such a role in theatrical comedy.
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turn against »
To rebel or oppose something formerly supported.
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turn on »
To rebel; to go against something formerly supported.
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whistle-blower »
One who reports a problem or violation to the authorities; especially, an employee or former employee who reports a violation by an employer.
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