POT CALLING THE KETTLE BLACK
Meaning
"Pot calling the kettle black" is an idiomatic expression used to describe a situation where someone criticizes another person for a fault that they themselves possess. It highlights the hypocrisy of the criticizer.
Example sentences
- When he called her disorganized, it was a classic case of the pot calling the kettle black since his desk was always a mess.
- Accusing others of being rude is like the pot calling the kettle black given how often he interrupts people.
- Her remark about him being late all the time was the pot calling the kettle black, as she's known for never being on time.
- Criticizing someone for their fashion sense when you dress similarly is just the pot calling the kettle black.
- It’s the pot calling the kettle black when he says she spends too much money, considering his shopping habits.
- When politicians accuse each other of lying, it's often the pot calling the kettle black.
- Telling me I need to exercise more is the pot calling the kettle black, coming from someone who never goes to the gym.
- Her comment about his cooking skills was the pot calling the kettle black, especially since she burns everything she makes.
- Saying he's too competitive is the pot calling the kettle black, as she never likes to lose either.
- When he complained about her talking too much, it was a case of the pot calling the kettle black, since he's known to dominate conversations.
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