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Hatchet Man

Definition:

• A hatchet man is someone who is employed to carry out acts of aggression, violence, or cutting operations on behalf of others.
• (Slang) In the criminal underworld, a hatchet man is a hired hitman or enforcer.
• (Informal) A hatchet man can also refer to a person who is responsible for executing unpopular decisions or performing severe job cuts within an organization.

Sample sentences:

1. The mob boss sent his hatchet man to eliminate his rival.
2. The company's hatchet man announced the layoffs, causing widespread outrage among employees.
3. I need a hatchet man to handle some difficult negotiations for me.
4. The ruthless politician employed a hatchet man to smear his opponents' reputation.

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