Definition of «backstabbing»

The term "backstabbing" refers to an act of betrayal or deceit, often by someone who is considered a friend or ally. It involves turning on someone or something that was previously trusted or supported, usually in a secretive and underhanded manner. The phrase can also be used figuratively to describe any situation where someone is harmed or let down by someone they thought they could rely on.

Usage examples

My close friend started spreading rumors about me behind my back, which made me realize how vicious backstabbing can be.
The corporate world is known for its cut-throat competition and backstabbing tactics among colleagues striving for promotions.
The political candidate was betrayed by a member of his own party, leading to accusations of backstabbing and power-hungry intentions.
In high school, backstabbing was rampant among social circles, where friends would turn against each other to gain popularity or attention.
The reality TV show portrayed contestants constantly backstabbing one another in their quest to win the grand prize.
Jane couldn't trust her co-workers anymore after discovering a series of backstabbing incidents in the office.
The toxic work environment was a result of backstabbing coworkers who would sabotage each other's projects to get ahead.
The intense rivalry between the two football teams often escalated into backstabbing attempts by players to eliminate the competition.

Sentences with «backstabbing»

Mr Livingstone, the former Mayor of London and now co-chair of Labour's defence review, told the Daily Politics: «Diane is responding to this wave of backstabbing by this disaffected group of uber - Blairites. (politicshome.com)
There are so many ideas rattling around in Backstabbing for Beginners that are never resolved, and so many duplicitous characters that are never satisfactorily explained, that the end result is a muddle of confusion and violence that could end the future of tourism in Baghdad forever. (metacritic.com)
Just a recap — House of Cards follows Francis Underwood (Kevin Spacey), the White House majority whip who was just backstabbed by the president and now is plotting some unknown, but always diabolical, plot. (theyoungfolks.com)
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Definition of «backstabbing»

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