Meaning of the word sandbag in English
What does sandbag mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sandbag
US /ˈsænd.bæɡ/
UK /ˈsænd.bæɡ/
Noun
a bag filled with sand, used for protection against floods or explosions, or to provide ballast
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They piled sandbags around the house to protect it from the rising floodwaters.
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The photographer used a sandbag to stabilize his tripod.
Verb
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to trick or coerce (someone) into doing something, especially by concealing one's true intentions or abilities
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He tried to sandbag the new employee into taking on extra work.
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Don't let them sandbag you into agreeing to their terms.
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to intentionally perform poorly in a competition or game to gain an advantage later, or to conceal one's true strength
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The poker player was accused of trying to sandbag his opponents.
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Some teams might sandbag early in the season to avoid showing their full potential.
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