punch below one's weight

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Определение punch below one's weight в Английский Язык Английский Язык словарь

To achieve or perform at a level lower than should be expected based on one's preparation, attributes, rank, or past accomplishments

But the overall effect is flimsy and insubstantial, a gifted writer punching well below his weight.

Расстановка переносов

punch be·low one's weight

Турецкое произношение

pʌnç bilō wʌnz weyt

Синонимы

underachieve

Антонимы

overachieve, punch above one's weight

Произношение

/ˈpənʧ bēˈlō ˈwənz ˈwāt/ /ˈpʌnʧ biːˈloʊ ˈwʌnz ˈweɪt/

Этимология

() An allusion to the sport of boxing.