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Pulled the Rug out from Under Me

MEANING IN ENGLISH

Abruptly and unexpectedly withdrew crucial support, stability, or help, leaving one stranded

In context

01

Canceling the funded research initiative without prior warning completely pulled the rug out from under me.

02

I thought our business partnership was unbreakable until he pulled the rug out from under me by resigning overnight.

Synonyms

undermined me,left me stranded,betrayed my trust

Antonyms

supported me,backed me up,stood by me

Collocations

completely pulled the rug,suddenly pulled the rug,feel like someone pulled the rug

Sources

Bidyazo vocabulary library ↗