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charybdis

 

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Noun charybdis has 1 sense
  1. Charybdis - (Greek mythology) a ship-devouring whirlpool lying on the other side of a narrow strait from Scylla
    --1 is a kind of
    whirlpool, vortex, maelstrom

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Charybdis

Noun:

[Greek Mythology] In ancient Greek mythology, Charybdis refers to a sea monster and whirlpool, often depicted as a giant mouth devouring vast amounts of water three times a day.

Example Sentence:

"Odysseus had to navigate his ship carefully between Scylla, the six-headed monster, and Charybdis, the treacherous whirlpool."

Noun:

Charybdis also refers to a situation or circumstance that involves great danger and difficulty, akin to being caught in a vortex of trouble.

Example Sentence:

"The company faced a financial charybdis as it struggled to stay afloat amidst the economic crisis."

Adjective:

If someone is described as charybdis, it suggests that they are cautious, reluctant, or extremely watchful.

Example Sentence:

"Knowing the consequences, the charybdis investor was hesitant to take risks in the turbulent stock market."

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