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Jan 2015
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#94 - TO MUSCLE IN

Luke Thompson
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To force your way into a situation, using your power and influence. "We didn't like the fact they were muscling in on our business" http://teacherluke.co.uk/phrasal-verb-a-day/94-to-muscle-in/ 
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