cheap shot (Meaning)

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cheap shot (n)

an unnecessarily aggressive and unfair remark directed at a defenseless person

an illegal and unsportsmanlike act of unnecessary violence

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an unnecessarily aggressive and unfair remark directed at a defenseless person, an illegal and unsportsmanlike act of unnecessary violence

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Making personal attacks during a debate is a cheap shot and undermines the integrity of the discussion.

It's unfair to take a cheap shot at someone's character simply because you disagree with their opinions.

Using someone's past mistakes against them in an argument is a cheap shot and shows a lack of respect.

Instead of addressing the issue at hand, he resorted to taking a cheap shot at his opponent's appearance.