Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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sword of Damocles | Yes | No | No | No |
peril | Yes | No | Yes | No |
sword of Damocles (noun) | peril (noun) |
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a constant and imminent peril | a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury |
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune | |
a state of danger involving risk |
sword of Damocles (verb) | peril (verb) |
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put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position | |
pose a threat to; present a danger to |