have it out for (one)

have it out for (one)

To persistently try or desire to criticize, cause harm to, or harass one, especially due to a grudge. This is the third time in a row my professor has given me an F on my paper. I think he has it out for me or something! John's had it out for her ever since she forced him to sell his shares in the business.
See also: have, out
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • have got it in for (one)
  • have it in for
  • have it in for (someone)
  • have it in for somebody
  • have it in for someone
  • be out to get (one)
  • be out to get someone
  • give (someone) (a bit of) curry
  • fight a losing battle
  • screw around