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Term: Deathtrap

Description:

A deathtrap refers to a situation or place that is extremely dangerous, potentially leading to severe injury or death. It can also denote a play, movie, or book that revolves around a plot involving danger and lethal schemes.

Examples:

Noun (Sense 1):

1. The abandoned building was a deathtrap, with crumbling walls and a decaying floor.
2. Entering the dark alleyway alone at night is like walking into a deathtrap.

Noun (Sense 2 - Related to Entertainment):

1. We watched a thrilling play called "The Deathtrap" that had us on the edge of our seats.
2. "Deathtrap" is an iconic movie that combines suspense and murder-mystery.

Adjective:

1. The old staircase seemed innocent but was actually a deathtrap waiting to collapse.
2. John took on a deathtrap mission, knowing the risks involved but driven by a sense of adventure.

Verb:

1. The villain devised a deadly plan to deathtrap his enemies.
2. The spy was deathtrapped in the enemy's lair.

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