get back at

get back at(
geht
 
bahk
 
aht
)
A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
transitive verb phrase
a. vengarse de
Juan found the perfect opportunity to get back at Alonso for his treachery.Juan encontró la oportunidad perfecta para vengarse de Alonso por su traición.
b. desquitarse con
After the all the terrible things he did to me, I've got to find a way to get back at him.Con todas las cosas horribles que me hizo, tengo que encontrar una manera de desquitarme con él.
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