vent something (up)on someone or something
- vent something (up)on someone or something
vent something (up)on someone or something
to release one's emotional tension on someone or something. (
Upon
is formal and less commonly used than
on
.) •
Henry vented his anger on Carl.
•
It's no use to vent your hatred on a door. Kicking it won't help.
Dictionary of American idioms.
2013.
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