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at the expense of
/æt ði ɪkˈspɛns əv/
/æt ði ɪkˈspɛns əv/
at the expense of
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causing a negative consequence or cost to someone or something in order to benefit another
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Examples
His success came at the expense of his personal life, as he devoted all his time to work.
She pursued her career goals relentlessly, often at the expense of her personal relationships.
