English phrase from drama scenes
Professional Ways to Say "need to make"
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to make sure he doesn't have anything on me.
It means the speaker is afraid someone has compromising information or leverage against them.
From The Perfect Husband, Episode 2
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is worrying about whether another person has damaging information about them.
Usage Scenario
Use this in tense situations when you think someone may use secrets against you. It is common in drama, crime, and conflict scenes.
Better ways to say it
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I need to make sure he doesn't have anything on me.
2
I need to make sure he has nothing on me.
3
I need to know he can't use anything against me.
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