guilt trip
A 'guilt trip' involves inducing guilt in someone to manipulate their emotions or actions, often seen in personal relationships.
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Definition
B2Everyday Language
(informal)A feeling of guilt caused by someone else to influence your actions.
Example
- She gave him a guilt trip about not calling her on her birthday.
C1Psychology
(technical)A manipulative tactic where someone induces guilt in another person to control their behavior.
Example
- Parents often guilt trip their children into making certain decisions.
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