Vocabulary Entry

sandbagger

|noun • verb

noun

A person who deliberately deceives or misleads others, often by showing false strength or ability.

Example Sentences

"The sandbagger in the tournament played poorly to lower his opponents' expectations."

"Everyone suspected him to be a sandbagger after his surprising victory."

"She called him a sandbagger when he pretended not to know how to play the game."

verb

Example Sentences

"He tried to sandbagger the competition by acting like a novice."

"The goal was to sandbag her opponents until the final round."

"If you sandbag the presentation, they won't see your true potential."