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have/keep an axe to grind (axe to grind)
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to have a personal reason, bias, or grievance that influences one's actions or opinions.

Meanings

to have a personal reason, bias, or grievance that influences one's actions or opinions.

He always complains about the policy—he clearly has an axe to grind.

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Last updated: 2025/12/05 09:44