blindside
Americanverb (used with object)
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Sports. to tackle, hit, or attack (an opponent) from the blind side.
The quarterback was blindsided and had the ball knocked out of his hand.
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to attack critically where a person is vulnerable, uninformed, etc..
The president was blindsided by the press on the latest tax bill.
Etymology
Origin of blindside
First recorded in 1970–75; verb use of noun phrase blind side
Example Sentences
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Clarke's corner repeatedly protested low blows from TKV, some drifting in on the blindside of the referee, who issued a warning in the third.
From BBC
Some of those who knew Toner-Rodgers said they were blindsided by the news.
Colombia's security services said they were blindsided by Petro's initial order, which was issued in the evening on social media.
From Barron's
French authorities were blindsided as thieves of all stripes, from lone wolves to organized groups, made quick work of its museums.
The move shocked most people involved with the NBA, and Dallas fans felt blindsided.
From Los Angeles Times
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