What is another word for take down a peg?
Pronunciation: [tˈe͡ɪk dˌa͡ʊn ɐ pˈɛɡ] (IPA) 
"Take down a peg" is a well-known expression that means to humble or deflate someone's pride. There are several phrases that convey a similar meaning, such as "put in their place," "knock down a notch," "lower their ego," "take the wind out of their sails," or "burst their bubble." Other phrases include "show them who's boss," "bring them down a peg," "cut them down to size," and "bring their ego down a notch." All these phrases reflect the idea of reducing someone's pride or arrogance through positive or negative means. At times, it is important to remind someone to be humble and not let their pride get the better of them.
