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UK//ˈtʃɪkən ʃɪt muːv//US//ˈtʃɪkən ʃɪt muːv//

Meaning of Chicken-shit move

An action that demonstrates cowardice or avoidance of confrontation.

In simple words: A cowardly or weak action.

Chicken-shit move in a sentence

  • He backed out of the challenge; that was a real chicken-shit move.
  • Avoiding the confrontation was just a chicken-shit move on her part.
  • Don't do a chicken-shit move and let them push you around.
  • It's a chicken-shit move to ignore your problems instead of facing them.

How to use Chicken-shit move

It's very informal and often considered rude. Best used among friends or in casual situations, not in professional settings.

Grammar pattern

adjective + noun

Memory hint

Imagine a chicken scared to cross the road, symbolizing cowardice.

Related words

Collocations with Chicken-shit move

  • pull a chicken-shit move
  • make a chicken-shit decision
  • avoid with a chicken-shit move

Synonyms for Chicken-shit move

  • cowardly act
  • timid move
  • fearful decision
  • weak action
  • spineless choice

Common mistakes with Chicken-shit move

  • Used in formal contexts.
  • Misunderstand the intensity - it's very derogatory.
  • Confused with 'chickenshit' as an adjective.

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Frequently asked questions about Chicken-shit move

What does Chicken-shit move mean?

A cowardly or weak action.

What is the definition of Chicken-shit move?

An action that demonstrates cowardice or avoidance of confrontation.

How do you use Chicken-shit move in a sentence?

He backed out of the challenge; that was a real chicken-shit move.

Can you give another example of Chicken-shit move?

Avoiding the confrontation was just a chicken-shit move on her part.

What are synonyms for Chicken-shit move?

Common alternatives include cowardly act, timid move, fearful decision, weak action, spineless choice.

What words go with Chicken-shit move?

It commonly pairs with pull a chicken-shit move, make a chicken-shit decision, avoid with a chicken-shit move.

What are common mistakes when using Chicken-shit move?

Used in formal contexts. Misunderstand the intensity - it's very derogatory. Confused with 'chickenshit' as an adjective.

How do you pronounce Chicken-shit move?

US: //ˈtʃɪkən ʃɪt muːv//, UK: //ˈtʃɪkən ʃɪt muːv//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Chicken-shit move formal or informal?

"Chicken-shit move" is slang, so it fits very casual settings and is usually avoided in writing.

When should I use Chicken-shit move?

It's very informal and often considered rude. Best used among friends or in casual situations, not in professional settings.