fair game



fair game (for something)

someone or something that it is considered permissible to attack or abuse in some way. I don't like seeing articles exposing people's private lives, but politicians are fair game for that kind of criticism. Journalists always regard movie stars as fair game.
See also: fair, game

fair game

A legitimate target for attack or ridicule. For example, On his talk show, authors are considered fair game. This expression alludes to hunting. [Early 1800s]
See also: fair, game

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Pons-French (Rare)
Tabassum-Arabic
Kisecawchuck-Native American, Cree
Lester['lestə]
Mitica-Romanian
Robertoro-BER-to (Italian, Spanish)Italian, Spanish, Portuguese