English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "you won't get away with this" Mean?

Learn what "you won't get away with this" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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Warn

You won't get away with this.

This means the person will face punishment or consequences for what they did.

From Hidden Agenda, Episode 39

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker tells someone they will not escape consequences.

Usage Scenario

Use it when warning someone after a wrongdoing. It sounds strong and threatening, so it is not for polite conversation.

Better ways to say it

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You won't get away with this.
2
You won't get away with it.
3
This won't go unpunished.

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