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Knock/talk some sense into somebody

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Used when someone sincerely tries to change another's misguided belief or behavior. SlideAfter seeing his poor grades, his parents tried to knock some sense into him.
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It can imply the person is being stubborn or foolish before the intervention. SlideHe's making rash decisions; it's time to knock some sense into him.
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Metaphorical ForcePlay
It's metaphorical, not about real physical force, even if it sounds a bit aggressive. SlideShe's not thinking clearly; we need to knock some sense into her.