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What is a synonym for scapegoat?

Here are some synonyms for scapegoat, depending on the context:

General synonyms:

* Whipping boy

* Fall guy

* Target

* Sacrificial lamb

* Sucker

* Patsy

More specific synonyms:

* Blameless victim (emphasizes the innocence of the scapegoat)

* Proxy (suggests the scapegoat is used as a substitute for someone else)

* Scapehorse (a humorous synonym)

The best synonym to use will depend on the specific situation and the nuance you want to convey.

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