at someone's expense

US /æt ˈsʌm.wʌnz ɪkˈspɛns/
UK /æt ˈsʌm.wʌnz ɪkˈspɛns/
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auf Kosten von jemandem, zu Lasten von jemandem

paid for by someone; causing loss or damage to someone

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The company party was held at the company's expense.
Die Firmenfeier fand auf Kosten der Firma statt.
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He made a joke at her expense, which made her feel uncomfortable.
Er machte einen Witz auf ihre Kosten, was sie unangenehm berührte.
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