idiom

steal someone's thunder

3Sections

To get the attention or praise that someone else was expecting or deserved

Definition

To get the attention or praise that someone else was expecting or deserved

Examples

  • She STOLE my THUNDER by announcing her news first
  • Don't STEAL his THUNDER at the party
  • He STOLE THE SHOW and STOLE everyone's THUNDER

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms:

  • take credit
  • draw attention away from someone

Antonyms:

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