most unkindest cut of all

Cultural  

1. The most painful of insults, affronts, or offenses, often so painful because it comes from a trusted friend. In William Shakespeare's Julius Caesar, Antony describes the wound given to Caesar by his close friend Brutus (see also Brutus) as the “most unkindest cut of all.”

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Example Sentences

It may have been legally impeccable, but it was surely "the most unkindest cut of all" for the dogged journalist who, for years, was the sole voice of the forgotten Aruna Shanbaug.

From BBC • May 18, 2015

This was the most unkindest cut of all; For, when the noble C�sar saw him stab, Ingratitude, more strong than traitors' arms, Quite vanquished him.

From Eighth Reader by Baldwin, James

Now this was the "most unkindest cut of all;" for if report spoke truly, Mr. Kennyfeck had himself experienced from that gentleman a species of moral force impulsion which left the most unpleasant reminiscences behind.

From Roland Cashel Volume I (of II) by Lever, Charles James

This was "the most unkindest cut" of all and for days the poor wounded man felt the iron in his soul.

From Steve P. Holcombe, the Converted Gambler His Life and Work by Alexander, Rev. Gross

That last question was the most unkindest cut of all.

From The Story Girl by Montgomery, L. M. (Lucy Maud)