Straw Man — synonyms, definition

1. straw man (Noun)

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straw man (Noun) — A person used as a cover for some questionable activity.

straw man (Noun) — A weak or sham argument set up to be easily refuted.

straw man (Noun) — An effigy in the shape of a man to frighten birds away from seeds.

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