blindsided

Example Sentences

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It’s not unusual for players to be blindsided by abrupt roster moves, good or bad.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Saudi Arabia was blindsided by the U.A.E.’s exit, according to Gulf officials familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

In securities filings, Ghassemieh says he was blindsided by the announcement.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Tolly and Audrey tell the BBC it was a challenging period and Milena's decision left them "blindsided".

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

“I never thought I’d see the day you’d be blindsided by something on the Current.”

From "The Reader" by Traci Chee