take down a peg or two
The phrase "take down a peg or two" means to humble or deflate someone who is arrogant, conceited, or overly self-assured. It implies that the person's ego or self-importance needs to be reduced or moderated by exposing their flaws, weaknesses, or shortcomings, thereby reminding them to be more modest or to diminish their exaggerated sense of superiority.
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