Do somebody no favours

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phrase

To not help or benefit someone, often by making them seem less appealing or attractive.

His constant tardiness does him no favours in gaining the respect of his colleagues.
Visual representation of "do somebody no favours" - To not help or benefit someone, often by making them seem less appealing or attractive.

Often appears as...

  • doesn't do any favours
  • do yourself no favours

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic

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Impression Matters

Using 'do somebody no favours' suggests someone's actions may harm their reputation or image.

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Showing up late to meetings does you no favours with clients.
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Not Just Appearance

The phrase doesn't only relate to physical looks but also behavior or performance.

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Complaining about work does you no favours with your boss.
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Negative Outcome

It implies that someone's actions have negative consequences, even if unintended.

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Slacking off on the project does us no favours for meeting the deadline.
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