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UK//ˈsæbətaʒ//US//ˈsæbəˌtɑʒ//

Meaning of What about sabotage

The act of deliberately destroying or damaging something to hinder progress.

In simple words: The act of damaging or destroying something to stop someone from succeeding.

What about sabotage in a sentence

  • The team's plans fell apart due to unexpected sabotage.
  • Rumors of sabotage spread quickly after the machine broke down.
  • He was accused of sabotage when the project failed suddenly.
  • Sabotage can lead to significant delays in any operation.
  • They discovered evidence of sabotage after the incident.

How to use What about sabotage

Used in discussions about plans or actions; often implies intentional harm. It's mostly neutral but can have a serious tone.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of 'sabotage' like 'sabot-a-ged', where someone stealthily hinders plans.

Related words

Collocations with What about sabotage

  • commit sabotage
  • sabotage efforts
  • sabotage plans
  • sabotage operations
  • suspected sabotage

Synonyms for What about sabotage

Common mistakes with What about sabotage

  • Confused with 'sabotage' as a noun vs 'sabotaging' as a verb.
  • Using it in contexts that don't involve intentional harm.
  • Assuming it can be used lightheartedly in all situations.

Compare What about sabotage with Undermine, Interfere

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Frequently asked questions about What about sabotage

What does What about sabotage mean?

The act of damaging or destroying something to stop someone from succeeding.

What is the definition of What about sabotage?

The act of deliberately destroying or damaging something to hinder progress.

How do you use What about sabotage in a sentence?

The team's plans fell apart due to unexpected sabotage.

Can you give another example of What about sabotage?

Rumors of sabotage spread quickly after the machine broke down.

What are synonyms for What about sabotage?

Common alternatives include undermine, interfere, hamper, thwart, vandalize.

What words go with What about sabotage?

It commonly pairs with commit sabotage, sabotage efforts, sabotage plans, sabotage operations, suspected sabotage.

What are common mistakes when using What about sabotage?

Confused with 'sabotage' as a noun vs 'sabotaging' as a verb. Using it in contexts that don't involve intentional harm. Assuming it can be used lightheartedly in all situations.

How do you pronounce What about sabotage?

US: //ˈsæbəˌtɑʒ//, UK: //ˈsæbətaʒ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use What about sabotage?

Used in discussions about plans or actions; often implies intentional harm. It's mostly neutral but can have a serious tone.