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at the expense of
/æt ði ɪkˈspɛns əv/
/æt ði ɪkˈspɛns əv/
at the expense of
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aux dépens de
causing a negative consequence or cost to someone or something in order to benefit another
Collocation
Exemples
His success came at the expense of his personal life, as he devoted all his time to work.
Son succès est venu au détriment de sa vie personnelle, car il a consacré tout son temps au travail.
She pursued her career goals relentlessly, often at the expense of her personal relationships.
Elle a poursuivi ses objectifs de carrière sans relâche, souvent au détriment de ses relations personnelles.
