sucker

Example Sentences

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Far too open at the back throughout the game, City were caught by a sucker punch in the 22nd minute.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

“And he is a sucker when it comes to a lot of other things.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

I am personally a sucker for California trivia, so allow me to tell you more about the tram’s history and why it remains a unique opportunity to this day.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

Oda House – I’m a sucker for Georgian food, which is rare where I live, so I jump at every chance to indulge.

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2025

But as we’re all walking out the door, I unwrap the sucker and pop it in my mouth.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy