Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Cheap Shot.
Cheap Shot - as a noun
An unnecessarily aggressive and unfair remark directed at a defenseless person
An illegal and unsportsmanlike act of unnecessary violence
Example: "He called a penalty on them when the lineman took a cheap shot at the quarterback"
Example Sentences
"He took a cheap shot at his opponent during the debate."
"The comedian made a cheap shot at the audience for an easy laugh."
"She hit him below the belt, a real cheap shot."
"The journalist's article was full of cheap shots at the company's CEO."
"Using personal attacks in an argument is nothing more than a cheap shot."
