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Idiom: A Roland For An Oliver

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Meanings

From the stories of Roland and Oliver, legendary knights of equal might.

Equal measure; measure for measure; adequate response.

Example Sentences

1
He always pays back his debts, so it's only fair that he gets a Roland for an Oliver.
2
Jane borrowed John's car without asking, so he took her bike as a Roland for an Oliver.
3
The kids kept interrupting the teacher, so she made them do extra homework as a Roland for an Oliver.
4
When my friend pranked me, I retaliated with a prank of my own as a Roland for an Oliver.
5
If you cheat on your partner, don't be surprised if they want a Roland for an Oliver and cheat on you too.

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