The idiom „hit somebody where it hurts” means to target someone’s weak point or vulnerability in order to have a strong impact. Here are some example sentences using this idiom:
1. Sarah hit Jim where it hurts by revealing his secret to everyone in the office.
2. The competitor’s advertisement campaign hit the company where it hurts, causing a significant loss in customers.
3. The bully always knows how to hit his victims where it hurts the most, making them feel powerless.
4. Bringing up her failed relationship really hit Mary where it hurts, causing her to become emotional.
5. The movie’s storyline hits a nerve with viewers by portraying situations that hit them where it hurts.
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