Meaning of the word "a stick to beat someone with" in English
What does "a stick to beat someone with" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a stick to beat someone with
US /ə stɪk tə biːt ˈsʌm.wʌn wɪθ/
UK /ə stɪk tə biːt ˈsʌm.wʌn wɪθ/
Idiom
1.
a piece of information or an argument that can be used to criticize or harm someone
Example:
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His past mistakes became a stick to beat him with during the election campaign.
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Don't give them a stick to beat you with by admitting your weaknesses.
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