blindside
/ˈblaɪndsaɪd/Definitions
1. noun
an unexpected and often violent attack, especially in sports
“The quarterback was sacked for a blindside hit.”
2. verb
to attack or surprise someone suddenly, often from behind
“The team tried to blindside their opponents with a clever trick play.”
3. verb
to surprise or deceive someone
“She was blindside by the news of her friend’s engagement.”