keyboard warrior
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of keyboard warrior
First recorded in 2005–10
Example Sentences
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Xavier, a vile keyboard warrior, thinks he might have hooked a politician in rural Murphy, Texas.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 23, 2026
The thing is, it is easier to be a keyboard warrior than it is to get into in-person confrontations.
From Slate ● Jun. 15, 2024
Back home afterward, reviewing things 15 different times in slow motion like so many keyboard warrior referees, I’ve downgraded my initial opinion somewhat.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 29, 2023
Sister Bliss, from electronic outfit Faithless, described Fletcher as a "keyboard warrior" and tweeted that he was "gone way too soon".
From BBC ● May 27, 2022
Being a keyboard warrior 24 hours a day is not healthy for anyone.
From Salon ● Oct. 8, 2019
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