do a number on

But expect him to do a number on her anyway, because—and this is another proprietary insight—he is a terrible person who derives pleasure from the suffering of others.

White can even jettison a piece as his queen and the rook do a number on the exposed Black king: 21.

During one of the less-unhinged moments of the premiere, the moms discuss phrases such as “MILF” and “cougar” that refer to women of a certain age that can do a number on confidence and self-esteem.

The warmth of your hands can do a number on the precious butter flakes in your dough, so popping your stuffed, wrapped dumplings in the freezer while the oven preheats will firm them right back up.

Wondering if people only want to spend time with you because your parents are Hollywood icons can do a number on your self-worth; that insecurity persisted and manifested itself when Hudson decided he wanted to be an actor, too.