punch below one's weight

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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.

punch below one's weight

    Расстановка переносов

    punch be·low one's weight

    Турецкое произношение

    pʌnç bilō wʌnz weyt

    Синонимы

    underachieve

    Произношение

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

    Этимология

    () An allusion to the sport of boxing.
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