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- give (someone) what's coming (to him or her)
give (someone) what's coming (to him or her)
give (someone) what's coming (to him or her)
To give someone that which he or she deserves, which can be a reward or retribution, depending on the situation. Don't worry about those stool pigeons, we'll be sure to give them what's coming. After all her hard work, I really hope the company finally gives Mary what's coming to her.