cheap shot

• Critique injuste, déloyale ou excessivement dure, ou action visant souvent une personne vulnérable ou prise au dépourvu.

An unfair, unsportsmanlike, or unnecessarily harsh criticism or action, often directed at someone who is vulnerable or not expecting it.

1. Unfair criticismB2informal

   A critical remark that is unfair or unnecessarily hurtful, often made to gain an advantage.

   coup bas

   • His comment about her weight was a cheap shot.
   • Politicians often take cheap shots at their opponents.
   • She took a cheap shot at his intelligence during the debate.

2. Unfair physical attackB2informal

   A physical blow or attack that is considered unfair, especially in sports or fighting.

   coup bas

   • The player was penalized for a cheap shot on the goalkeeper.
   • He took a cheap shot at his opponent when the referee wasn't looking.
   • Cheap shots are not tolerated in professional boxing.