Idioms

caught bending

caught bending

Taken by surprise. Caught in a vulnerable position. Oh man, I hope Jack isn't hurt too badly. He was really caught bending on that play, and the linebacker just crushed him! I was nearly caught bending by that speeding car. Thank goodness I had enough time to jump back onto the curb! Please let me walk you to your car. You don't want to get caught bending in a neighborhood like this after midnight.
See also: bend, caught
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