beggar-my-neighbour policy (noun)

1. In the romantic comedy 'Crazy, Stupid, Love', the main character employs a beggar-my-neighbour policy to win back his wife, even if it means creating chaos in the lives of those around him.

2. In the comic book storyline 'Civil War', superheroes adopt a beggar-my-neighbour policy by fighting amongst themselves for their own interests, disregarding the collateral damage caused to innocent civilians.

3. The film 'The Wolf of Wall Street' portrays the beggar-my-neighbour policy adopted by stockbroker Jordan Belfort, who scams his clients to enrich himself, disregarding the negative consequences it brings to others.

4. In the anime series 'Death Note', the protagonist Light Yagami implements a beggar-my-neighbour policy by using a powerful supernatural notebook to eliminate anyone who poses a threat to his plans of becoming the ultimate ruler, regardless of the lives he destroys in the process.