blot one's copy book — meaning & examples

Meanings:

• 1.

  British Englishformaldated
  • To damage one’s reputation, standing, or record by committing an indiscretion, mistake, or disgraceful act.

  Examples

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  • Tom blotted his copy book when he was caught cheating on the final exam.

    Tom manchó su expediente cuando fue atrapado haciendo trampa en el examen final.

  • She was careful not to blot her copy book by missing any deadlines at her new job.

    Ella tuvo cuidado de no manchar su expediente perdiendo fechas límite en su nuevo trabajo.

  • The politician blotted his copy book with the public after the corruption allegations surfaced.

    El político manchó su reputación ante el público después de que surgieron las acusaciones de corrupción.