at the expense of

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Definition of at the expense of

: in a way that harms (something or someone) Malls flourished at the expense of small stores downtown. He argues that the tax cut will benefit the rich at the expense of the poor.

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at the end of one's patience

at the end of the day

at the expense of

at the first opportunity

at the first sign

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