blow on

verb

1. (intr, preposition) to defame or discredit (a person)

Example Sentences

They struck a blow on behalf of all the public servants who remain invisible and unappreciated when they do their jobs right, but get held up to public vituperation when something goes wrong on their watch.

From Los Angeles Times

It was on this climb that Vingegaard struck the decisive blow on the 2022 Tour, taking a minute out of Pogacar as the Dane won stage 18 en route to clinching his first Tour title.

From BBC

There was a further blow on Wednesday morning when Chelsea defender Bright, who captained England to the World Cup final two years ago, withdrew from selection to look after her mental health.

From BBC

Donald Trump's global tariff regime was dealt a blow on Wednesday following a ruling that he had exceeded his authority.

From BBC

Along with some of their successes, the Trump administration was dealt a blow on Friday when the high court blocked Trump from using the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport immigrants in north Texas.

From BBC