What is another word for kick down the ladder?
Pronunciation: [kˈɪk dˌa͡ʊn ðə lˈadə] (IPA) 
"Kick down the ladder" is a phrase that means to hinder the progress of someone who is climbing up the ladder of career or success. There are various synonyms for this phrase, such as "pulling the rug out from under someone," "cutting off someone's legs," "backstabbing," "stymying someone's progress," "frustrating someone's advancement," "obstructing someone's path," and "undermining someone's efforts." All of these phrases signify a negative approach towards someone's growth and success. It is always better to support and encourage people to rise higher instead of pulling them down.
