Definition of steals my thunder

steal (one's) thunder

verb

• to take attention that rightfully belongs to someone else.

  The lousy host was apparently trying to steal the thunder from the stand-up comedian but he got owned.

  Last edited on Jan 03 2014. Submitted by Walter Rader (Editor) from Sacramento, CA, USA on Aug 11 2009.

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Other terms relating to 'steal':
a steal	Definitions include: a bargain.
steal	Definitions include: to hit someone (usually in the face).
Other terms relating to 'thunder':
c*ck-juggling thunder c*nt	Definitions include: a strong insult.
thunder box	Definitions include: toilet.
thunder clap	Definitions include: An unusually loud and prolonged expulsion of flatulence.
thunder mug	Definitions include: A commode.
Thunder Thighs	Definitions include: form of address or reference for a woman with unusually large thighs.

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