His small argument kicks the beam against the evidence.
kick the beam
idiomTo lack in weight, importance, or strength compared to another.
Origin
disputed originReferencing a loaded balance, whose lighter arm would rise up and strike the beam.
When you compare his experience to the senior manager's, his qualifications clearly kick the beam.
In the final analysis of the historical records, the minor evidence provided by the witness kicks the beam when weighed against the overwhelming testimony of the experts.
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broad in the beam
Wide across the hips, with large buttocks.
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get a kick out of
To be delighted by; to be amused by.
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kick a dog when it's down
To make things worse for someone in an adverse situation.
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kick ass
To win decisively.
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kick ass and take names
To beat someone in a competition, fight, or other situation.
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kick at an open door
To carry out a redundant activity.
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kick at the can
An attempt or an opportunity.
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kick back
To relax; to laze.