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caught off guard by

B2

to be surprised or unprepared for something unexpected.

Meanings

to be surprised or unprepared for something unexpected.

She was caught off guard by the sudden announcement of her promotion.

Synonyms

taken by surpriseunprepared startled

Antonyms

prepared ready expectant

to be ambushed or attacked without warning.

The army was caught off guard by the enemy's night attack.

Synonyms

ambushed surprised attacked

Antonyms

forewarned alert vigilant

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