try it on (with somebody)

idiomPart oftry

try it on (with somebody) — idiom

1. To behave badly or test someone's limits to get what you want, knowing it might

1.idiom
Definition

To behave badly or test someone's limits to get what you want, knowing it might annoy them.

Example

The student tried it on with the substitute teacher by talking loudly.

My little brother always tries it on with Mom when she's busy.