sword of damocles

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Noun sword of damocles has 1 sense

sword of Damocles - a constant and immanent peril; "the possibility hangs over their heads like the sword of Damocles"
--₁ is a kind of hazard, jeopardy, peril, risk

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Sword of Damocles

Definition: The phrase "Sword of Damocles" refers to a situation or threat that causes constant fear or anxiety, creating a sense of impending doom.

Sample Sentences:

After missing so many deadlines, the employee felt as though the Sword of Damocles was hanging over his head.
Living in constant fear of losing her job, Sarah felt the Sword of Damocles was always present.
With the hurricane warning, the city residents felt the Sword of Damocles looming above them.

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