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Throw somebody to the wolves

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Negative Connotation

Indicates betrayal or neglect, often seen as a harsh or unjust action.

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He felt his colleagues threw him to the wolves during the meeting.
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Difficult Circumstances

Used when someone is left to deal with tough situations without support.

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Without training, the new hire was thrown to the wolves.
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Survival Imagery

Evokes the idea of being left in a dangerous situation, like among predatory animals.

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In the jungle of high school politics, freshmen are often thrown to the wolves.
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