Synonyms for

Blindside

Verb / ˈblaɪˌndsaɪd / Another word for blindside — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to surprise or attack someone unexpectedly from an angle they cannot see

Synonyms & similar words

ambush surprise attack startle astonish shock jar jolt flabbergast stun floor overwhelm daze bewilder amaze stupefy faze

Example sentences

  1. The ninja carefully planned to blindside his opponent during the fight.
  2. The unexpected news completely blind-sided me.
  3. The car accident blind-sided the driver.
  4. The basketball player was blind-sided by the sudden pass.
  5. I didn't see it coming, he blind-sided me with that insult.

Quotes

  • You never know what's going to happen...and that's the beauty of it.
  • Sometimes when you're trying to get through a door, you get blindsided, but you just have to keep moving forward.
  • You're never too old to be blindsided by a curveball.

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