Strawman

/stɹˈɔːmən/

Strawman

an effigy in the shape of a man to frighten birds away from seeds

a weak or sham argument set up to be easily refuted

synonyms : straw man

a person used as a cover for some questionable activity

synonyms : figurehead

Examples

1. This is just the strawman.

2. When you go to court, you represent your strawman.

3. Iceman, Strawman, Apple Ginger, Traditional Dry, and Crisp Apple are all made from apples imported from Italy and France.

4. That’s because your strawman is dead and just a silly piece of paper.