[Idiom] SELL SOMEONE SHORT. - Why Underestimating Others Can Be a Mistake
Sell someone short.
Underestimate.
To "sell someone short" is an idiom that implies not recognizing or acknowledging all the qualities, abilities, or potential of a person. It usually suggests that someone is being underestimated or undervalued by others. The phrase often carries a hint of regret or admonition, cautioning against the failure to appreciate or support someone adequately, perhaps due to prejudice or insufficient knowledge.
Example Sentences
Don't sell her short, she has a lot of experience and could be a key player in this project.
Don't underestimate her; she has a lot of experience and could be a crucial part of this project.
He tends to sell himself short because of his humble nature, despite his vast qualifications.
He often undervalues his own skills despite being highly qualified due to his modest nature.
It's not fair to sell someone short just because they're quiet; sometimes, they might have the best ideas in the room.
It's unjust to underestimate someone just because they are quiet, as they may have the best ideas.