steal someone's thunder
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: