What is Kick A Man When He's Down?
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(v.) To kick a man when he's down is to attack at the persons weakest moment. It defies the gentlemanly code of ethics, and does detract from reputation. Used literally or figuratively, it still has pretty much the same meaning.
I never kick a man when he'd down; stamping on his head is easier!
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Most likely originated in the armed services, probably during Vietnam. "Kick ass" is generically applied to beating the oppone..