off guard

Meanings

• adjective

  In a state of surprise or unpreparedness.

  - "Despite her best efforts, she was caught off guard by the sudden question."
  - "The unexpected announcement left the entire team off guard."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with off guard
ward , yard , card , dard

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Variants

List of all variants of off guard that leads to same result
guard , guards , off guard , on guard

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Etymology

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The term 'off guard' comes from the military context, where it means being out of formation or not being in a state of readiness.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'off guard' is often used in sports to describe a moment of opportunity when an opponent is not prepared.

2. In chess, a player may try to put their opponent 'off guard' by making an unexpected move.

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Related Concepts

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1. surprise: The feeling of being taken aback or caught off guard. Related concepts include shock, astonishment, and amazement.

2. preparedness: The state of being ready for a situation or event. Related concepts include readiness, anticipation, and planning.

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Culture

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In literature, 'off guard' is often used to describe a character's emotional state, particularly in situations of surprise or revelation. In art, it can be used to depict a sense of spontaneity or improvisation.

How to Memorize "off guard"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a soldier standing at attention in a formation. Now, imagine that soldier being caught off guard by a sudden noise or distraction. Visualize how he reacts and how his posture changes.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'off guard' with the feeling of being surprised or taken aback. Think about situations where you have been off guard and how it felt.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym OG (Off Guard) to remember the meaning of the term.

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