What is another word for like a sitting duck?
Pronunciation: [lˈa͡ɪk ɐ sˈɪtɪŋ dˈʌk] (IPA) 
The phrase "like a sitting duck" means vulnerable, defenseless or easy prey. There are many other synonyms that can be used to convey this same idea. One such synonym is "sitting target," which implies a person or object standing still, waiting to be hit or attacked. Another synonym that can be used is "easy mark," which connotes an individual who is visibly or predictably vulnerable to attack. "Helpless" and "defenseless" are other synonyms that work well, emphasizing a lack of capability to protect oneself. One can also use "exposed" and "unprotected" to denote a person or situation that is rendered vulnerable and open to attack.
