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caught off guard

Idiom Surprise

Meaning

surprised or shocked by something unexpected

Example Sentences

"She was caught off guard by the sudden question."

Related Expressions

in the public eye

being well known or highly visible in public

trust someone as far as you can throw them

to not trust someone much

full of years

having lived a long and fulfilling life

swear on one’s life

to make a very serious promise that something is true

green light

permission to start or go ahead with something

cloak and dagger

involving secrecy, mystery, and deception