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to encounter
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to endanger
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to threaten
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happening
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to rescue
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threat
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out of harm's way
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to disturb
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to offend
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off the hook
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to scream
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neutral
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to alert
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disrespectful
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on a razor's edge
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fearsome
adventurous
(aventurier)

(aventurier)

aventureux

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/ædˈvɛntʃɝəs/, /ədˈvɛntʃɝəs/
Adjectif

(of a person) eager to try new ideas, exciting things, and take risks

synonymadventuresome
antonymunadventurous
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His adventurous spirit led him to try skydiving, bungee jumping, and other thrilling activities.
The adventurous foodie loves to sample exotic cuisines and daring flavor combinations.
She's an adventurous traveler, always seeking out new destinations and immersive cultural experiences.
adventurous
to alarm
alarmer

alarmer

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/əˈɫɑɹm/
Adjectif

to make someone scared or anxious

synonymappal
synonymappall
synonymdismay
synonymhorrify
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The sudden disappearance of their child in the crowded amusement park alarmed the parents, who frantically searched for them.
The loud sound of the fire alarm alarmed the residents, prompting them to evacuate the building.
The strange behavior of her usually calm dog alarmed her, making her wonder if something was wrong.

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to alarm
alarmed
alarmé

alarmé

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/əˈɫɑɹmd/
Adjectif

feeling fearful or worried, often in response to a sudden or unexpected event

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The alarmed expression on her face revealed her concern.
He became alarmed when he received a strange message on his phone.
The alarmed citizens called the police when they heard screams coming from the alley.
alarmed
daring
audacieux

audacieux

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/ˈdɛɹɪŋ/
Adjectif

brave enough to take risks and do dangerous things

synonymaudacious
synonymventuresome
synonymventurous
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The daring explorer ventured deep into the jungle, facing unknown dangers.
The daring firefighter rushed into the burning building to save the trapped occupants.
daring
at-risk
en danger

en danger

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/ætɹˈɪsk/
Adjectif

likely to be harmed, attacked, or experience negative outcomes

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The organization provides support services for at-risk youth to prevent homelessness.
Early intervention programs are crucial in addressing developmental delays in at-risk infants.
The government launched initiatives to reduce crime rates among at-risk populations.
risk
risque

risque

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/ˈɹɪsk/
Adjectif

the chance or probability of harm, loss, or negative consequences in the future, often resulting from a particular action, decision, event, or condition

synonymendangerment
synonymhazard
synonymjeopardy
synonymperil
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Poor cybersecurity practices can expose businesses to the risk of data breaches and financial losses.
Driving under the influence of alcohol increases the risk of accidents and legal consequences.
Climbing steep cliffs without proper equipment poses a significant risk of injury.
risk
critical
crucial

crucial

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/ˈkɹɪtɪkəɫ/
Adjectif

(of a problem or situation) very serious and possibly harmful that demands urgent attention or action

antonymnoncritical
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The critical concern of air pollution requires effective regulatory measures and public awareness campaigns.
The critical issue of water scarcity in the region requires immediate action from policymakers.
The critical problem of homelessness demands comprehensive social policies and community support.
critical
deadly
mortel

mortel

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/ˈdɛdɫi/
Adjectif

having the potential to cause death

synonymdeathly
synonymmortal
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The venom of the snake contained deadly toxins that could kill within minutes.
The deadly virus spread rapidly throughout the population, resulting in widespread illness and death.
Tim narrowly avoided a deadly collision with an oncoming truck by swerving at the last moment.
deadly
desperate
prêt à tout

prêt à tout

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/ˈdɛspɝɪt/, /ˈdɛspɹɪt/
Adjectif

(of people) behaving dangerously or aggressively due to the circumstances

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The community was on high alert after reports of desperate individuals causing disturbances in the neighborhood.
The hostages feared for their lives as the desperate assailant threatened them with a weapon.
The police issued a warning about a desperate fugitive who was considered armed and dangerous.
offensive
offensant

offensant

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/əˈfɛnsɪv/
Adjectif

causing someone to feel deeply hurt, upset, or angry due to being insulting, disrespectful, or inappropriate

synonymviolative
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Using offensive language can hurt others' feelings and damage relationships.
Sharing offensive content on social media can lead to backlash and negative consequences.
Displaying offensive symbols or imagery can be deeply hurtful to certain groups of people.
offensive
harmless
inoffensif

inoffensif

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/ˈhɑɹmɫəs/
Adjectif

causing no danger or damage

antonymharmful
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His harmless joke lightened the mood and brought smiles to everyone's faces.
She assured them that the medication was harmless and would not have any adverse effects.
The insect in the garden was harmless and beneficial to the plants.
harmless
high-risk
à haut risque

à haut risque

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/hˈaɪɹˈɪsk/
Adjectif

very likely to become or behave in a highly dangerous or harmful way

synonymbad
synonymrisky
synonymspeculative
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Due to his reckless behavior, he is considered a high-risk driver by insurance companies.
Climbing Mount Everest is a high-risk adventure that requires careful planning and preparation.
Investing in high-risk stocks can yield high returns, but it also comes with the potential for significant losses.
low-risk
à faible risque

à faible risque

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/lˈoʊɹˈɪsk/
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having a very minimal likelihood of experiencing or causing danger, injury, harm, or death

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Swimming in the shallow end of the pool is a low-risk activity for young children.
Walking in the park during daylight hours is generally a low-risk activity for most people.
Investing in government bonds is considered low-risk compared to investing in stocks.
secure
(sécurisé)

(sécurisé)

sûr

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/sɪkˈjʊɹ/
Adjectif

safe, protected, and free from any danger or risk

antonyminsecure
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The bank vault is highly secure, with multiple layers of security measures in place.
After double-checking the knots, the climber felt secure in his harness before ascending the cliff.
They installed a secure lock on the door to prevent unauthorized access.
secure
harmful
(malfaisant)

(malfaisant)

nuisible

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/ˈhɑɹmfəɫ/
Adjectif

causing damage or negative effects to someone or something

antonymharmless
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Smoking is harmful to your health.
Excessive exposure to the sun's UV rays can be harmful to your skin.
Air pollution from vehicles and factories can be harmful to the environment.
harmful
insecure
(risqué)

(risqué)

dangereux

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/ˈɪnsəkjɝ/
Adjectif

not protected and vulnerable to danger or risk

synonymunsafe
antonymsecure
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The old house had insecure windows that could be easily opened from outside.
The employee felt insecure about their job after hearing rumors of layoffs.
Walking alone in that neighborhood at night made her feel insecure due to recent incidents of crime.
sound
(sain)

(sain)

solide

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/ˈsaʊnd/
Adjectif

financially stable, reliable, and free from significant risks

antonymunsound
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The company's sound financial management practices ensured it weathered periods of market volatility.
The pension plan provides retirees with a sound financial footing for their retirement years.
Despite economic downturns, their investments remained sound and continued to grow steadily.
nasty
(grave)

(grave)

mauvais

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/ˈnæsti/
Adjectif

extremely serious, dangerous, or difficult to deal with

synonymtight
risky
risqué

risqué

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/ˈɹɪski/
Adjectif

involving the possibility of loss, danger, harm, or failure

synonymhazardous
synonymwild
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Starting a business during an economic downturn is risky but can also be rewarding.
Driving without a seatbelt is risky behavior that can lead to serious injury in an accident.
Climbing Mount Everest is known for its risky conditions and unpredictable weather.
risky
to encounter
rencontrer

rencontrer

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/ɪnˈkaʊnɝ/, /ɪnˈkaʊntɝ/
Adjectif

to be faced with an unexpected difficulty during a process

synonymrun into
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Engineers often encounter unforeseen issues during the construction phase of a project.
The author encountered writer's block while working on the final chapters of the book.
The team encountered unexpected challenges while implementing the new software.

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to endanger
mettre en danger

mettre en danger

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/ɛnˈdeɪndʒɝ/
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to expose someone or something to potential harm or risk

synonymimperil
synonymjeopardise
synonymjeopardize
synonymmenace
synonymperil
synonymthreaten
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The new predator in the area could endanger the local wildlife population.
Using outdated equipment can endanger the efficiency and safety of the operation.
Ignoring safety protocols can endanger workers on a construction site.

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to endanger
to harm
(abîmer, endommager)

(abîmer, endommager)

faire du mal à

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/ˈhɑɹm/
Adjectif

to physically hurt someone or damage something

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The pollution in the area is currently harming the local ecosystem.
Reckless driving can harm both the driver and others on the road.
Harsh chemicals in cleaning products can harm the environment if not disposed of properly.

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to harm
to pose
poser

poser

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/ˈpoʊz/
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to introduce danger, a threat, problem, etc.

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The presence of invasive species poses a danger to the delicate balance of the local ecosystem.
The cybersecurity breach posed a serious threat to the confidentiality of sensitive information.
The sudden economic downturn posed a significant threat to the stability of many businesses.

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to threaten
menacer

menacer

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/ˈθɹɛtən/
Adjectif

to say that one is willing to damage something or hurt someone if one's demands are not met

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The robber threatened the store clerk with a knife if they didn't hand over the money.
The bully threatened to beat up the smaller kid if they didn't give him their lunch money.
The kidnapper threatened to harm the hostage unless a ransom was paid.

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to threaten
happening
(évènement)

(évènement)

événement

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/ˈhæpənɪŋ/, /ˈhæpnɪŋ/
Adjectif

an event or something, often significant, that is currently taking place or has occurred

synonymnatural event
synonymoccurrence
synonymoccurrent
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His unexpected arrival at the party caused quite a happening among the guests.
The art gallery's grand opening was the happening of the week in the local community.
The street festival was the happening of the summer, drawing crowds from all over the city.
to rescue
(secourir)

(secourir)

sauver

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/ˈɹɛskju/
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to save a person or thing from danger, harm, or a bad situation

synonymdeliver
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The organization has successfully rescued countless animals in distress.
Last week, they rescued a family trapped in a flooded house.
She rescues injured animals and provides them with care.

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to rescue
rescuer
(sauveteuse)

(sauveteuse)

sauveteur

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/ˈɹɛsˌkjuɝ/
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someone who saves a person or animal from a critical or harmful situation

synonymrecoverer
synonymsaver
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The rescuer pulled the injured hiker from the mountain.
The story highlighted the rescuer's role in the successful rescue operation.
The rescuer administered first aid until medical personnel arrived.
threat
menace

menace

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/ˈθɹɛt/
Adjectif

someone or something that is possible to cause danger, trouble, or harm

synonymmenace
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The cyber attack posed a significant threat to the company’s data security.
Climate change is considered a major threat to biodiversity and ecosystems worldwide.
The snake’s venomous bite is a real threat to humans if not treated promptly.
out of harm's way
(à l'abri du danger, en lieu sûr)

(à l'abri du danger, en lieu sûr)

hors de danger

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/ˌaʊɾəv hˈɑːɹmz wˈeɪ/
AdjectifIdiomInformal

in a place or position that is safe from danger or damage

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The government provided emergency housing for the victims of the flood, ensuring they were out of harm's way.
The building was constructed with earthquake-resistant materials to keep the occupants out of harm's way in case of a seismic event.
After the wildfire broke out, the residents were evacuated to a shelter to keep them out of harm's way.
What is the origin of the idiom "out of harm's way" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "out of harm's way" is not precisely documented, but it is derived from the contrast between safety and danger and the role that distance plays in between. it is used to describe a situation or position where someone or something is placed in a location that is free from potential harm, risk, or danger.

to disturb
(importuner)

(importuner)

déranger

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/dɪˈstɝb/
Adjectif

to trouble someone and make them uneasy

synonymtrouble
synonymupset
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The unsettling report from the doctor disturbed him.
The unsettling images in the movie disturbed him for days afterward.
The eerie silence of the empty house disturbed him as he walked through.

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to disturb
to offend
(agacer, déranger)

(agacer, déranger)

offenser

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/əˈfɛnd/
Adjectif

to cause someone to feel disrespected, upset, etc.

synonympique
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His dismissive remarks about her achievements offended her and sparked resentment.
The political leader's speech managed to offend a large portion of the population due to its divisive nature.
Sharing insensitive comments about someone's background can easily offend them and create tension.

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to offend
off the hook
N/A

N/A

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/ˈɔf ðə hˈʊk/
AdjectifIdiomInformal

no longer facing a difficulty, danger, or punishment

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After receiving a full refund and an apology, the customer felt that the company had taken responsibility and let them off the hook for the inconvenience.
His apology and sincere regret got him off the hook with his angry boss.
I thought I would be in trouble for breaking the vase, but my sibling confessed to it, and I was off the hook.
What is the origin of the idiom "off the hook" and when to use it?

The idiom "off the hook" likely originated from telephone technology, where it refers to hanging up the phone receiver, thus ending a call or conversation. This expression is commonly used to describe situations where someone is no longer accountable or in trouble.

to scream
crier

crier

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/ˈskɹim/
Adjectif

to make a loud, sharp cry when one is feeling a strong emotion

synonymcall
synonymcry
synonymholler
synonymhollo
synonymshout
synonymshout out
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Excited fans would scream with joy when their favorite band took the stage at the concert.
In the haunted house, visitors would scream in fear as actors surprised them with spooky scenes.
The unexpected appearance of the ghost in the movie caused the audience to scream in terror.

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Intransitif
to scream
neutral
neutre

neutre

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/ˈnutɹəɫ/
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not favoring either side in a conflict, competition, debate, etc.

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As a journalist, he strived to maintain a neutral perspective, presenting just the facts without bias.
The referee remained neutral, making sure to judge each team's performance fairly.
The teacher strives to create a neutral environment in the classroom where all students feel respected and valued.
neutral
to alert
alerter

alerter

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/əˈɫɝt/
Adjectif

to warn someone of a possible danger, problem, or situation that requires their attention

synonymalarm
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The emergency broadcast system is currently alerting citizens of the evacuation procedures.
The hiker alerted fellow trekkers to an approaching thunderstorm
The security system alerted the homeowners to a possible break-in with a loud alarm.

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to alert
disrespectful
(décorrespondant)

(décorrespondant)

irrespectueux

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/ˌdɪsɹɪˈspɛktfəɫ/
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behaving or talking in a way that is inconsiderate or offensive to a person or thing

antonymrespectful
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His disrespectful behavior towards his parents embarrassed his family.
The student's disrespectful attitude towards the teacher resulted in detention.
She was reprimanded for making disrespectful comments during the meeting.
disrespectful
on a razor's edge
au bord de l’abîme

au bord de l’abîme

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/ˌɑːn ɐ ɹˈeɪzɚz ˈɛdʒ/
AdjectifIdiomInformal

in a very critical situation where the outcome is uncertain and any sort of mistake can lead to serious consequences

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After the team's star player was injured, their chances of winning the championship were on a razor's edge.
The climber found himself on a razor's edge, carefully navigating the treacherous mountain path.
The company's financial stability is on a razor's edge, with mounting debts and declining profits.
What is the origin of the idiom "on a razor's edge" and when to use it?

The idiom "on a razor's edge" draws upon the imagery of a razor blade's extremely thin and sharp edge. It is used figuratively to describe a situation where someone or something is in an exceptionally precarious and delicate state, with the slightest misstep or change likely to lead to a crisis or failure.

fearsome
(impressionnant)

(impressionnant)

redoutable

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/ˈfɪɹsəm/
Adjectif

causing fear or anxiety due to power, strength, or appearance

synonymawful
synonymdire
synonymdireful
synonymdread(a)
synonymdreaded
synonymdreadful
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The haunted house had a fearsome reputation, with tales of ghostly apparitions and unexplained phenomena.
The fearsome roar of the lion sent shivers down their spines.
The wrestler had a fearsome reputation for never losing a match.
fearsome
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