
Be the butt of something
Negative Connotation
This phrase implies negativity and should be used with sensitivity to not hurt feelings.
She didn’t enjoy constantly being the butt of his sarcasm.
Informal Context
Use it in informal situations, as it's casual and might be inappropriate in formal contexts.
At family gatherings, I always seem to be the butt of playful teasing.
Group Dynamics
Frequently used to describe dynamics within a group where one member is teased more often.
New interns are usually the butt of jokes at the office.