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a person or thing that is the object of abuse, criticism, or ridicule
those stupid comments just made him a sitting duck for comedians
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Nurses and doctors are especially vulnerable, with reports showing that 91% of emergency doctors and 25% of nurses have been victims of workplace violence.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024 -
The victims were asked to provide bail money in cash so their relative could be released immediately, according to federal authorities.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
24 Dec. 2024
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“Sitting ducks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sitting%20ducks. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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