Below The Belt (Adverb)
Meaning
In an unfair manner; "they dealt with him unfairly"; "their accusations hit below the belt".
Examples
- The politician's rivals attacked her below the belt by uncovering her personal life scandals during the election.
- Her opponent's strategy was to disrupt her speeches, continuously interrupting her, which many deemed playing below the belt.
- It was not right for the lawyer to mention the defendant's past mistakes, many saw that move as hitting below the belt.
- Their personal insults were considered taking a below the belt shot in a professional debate setting.
- When Tom made fun of Sarah for stuttering, his friends felt he had gone below the belt.