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cut (someone) off at the knees

Translations

подрезать (кого-то) на корню

The manager cut him off at the knees by rejecting his proposal.

Менеджер подрезал его на корню, отклонив его предложение.

Definitions

To undermine or incapacitate someone, often by removing their support or resources, thereby rendering them less effective or successful.