Legitimate object of attack Crossword Clue
8 letters · New York Times · Tuesday, February 13, 2024 · 40-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Tuesday, February 13, 2024.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · February 13, 2024 · 40-Down · 8 letters
FAIRGAME0 of 8 letters revealed
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a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence; "he fell prey to muggers"; "everyone was fair game"; "the target of a manhunt"
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