He received a poison pen letter full of cruel lies.
poison pen
idiomA manner, means, or tone of expression had by a written work, characterized by spitefulness, defamation, and/or intimidation directed toward a person, organization, or point of view.
The politician was shocked to find a poison pen note left on his desk, filled with hateful accusations from an anonymous source.
The journalist was known for her poison pen style, frequently using her column to systematically destroy the reputations of those who dared to disagree with her.
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name one's poison
To indicate what type of alcoholic beverage one wishes to be served.
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pen picture
A written description, often biographical.
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put pen to paper
To write something (especially using pen and ink).
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slip of the pen
A mistake in handwriting; (loosely) any minor error by the writer that made it into print, having not been caught by editors or proofreaders.
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taste of one's own poison
Synonym of taste of one's own medicine.
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the pen is mightier than the sword
More influence and power can be usurped by writing than by fighting.
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what's your poison
Used to someone what alcoholic beverage they would like to drink: what drink would you like to have?