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blindside
This term carries a strong connotation of vulnerability and helplessness. When used as a verb, it describes a shock so sudden that the victim is momentarily paralyzed or unable to mount a defense, whether the attack is physical or psychological. It is frequently used in corporate, political, and sports contexts to describe a total failure of anticipation.
As a noun, the word refers to a specific spatial vulnerability. In sports, particularly American football, it describes the area behind a player's line of sight, making it a critical term for discussing tactical positioning and protection.
Meanings
To surprise someone with an unexpected event, attack, or piece of news, often leaving them feeling shocked or unable to respond.
The sudden resignation of the CEO completely blindsided the board of directors.
Examples
I did not see the punch coming because he blindsided me.
The news of her resignation blindsided the entire board.
The assassin tried to blindside the guard during the shift change.
I can't believe he would blindside me like this after all we have been through.
The quarterback was hit on his blindside.
The quarterback was hit on his blindside.
She felt completely blindsided by the divorce papers.
She felt completely blindsided by the divorce papers.