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disaster-in-waiting

 

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Term: disaster-in-waiting

Description:

Disaster-in-waiting refers to a situation or event that has the potential to lead to a disastrous outcome or catastrophe in the future. It implies a sense of impending doom or a disaster that is likely to happen if preventive actions are not taken.

Examples:

Noun: The crumbling infrastructure of the bridge is a disaster-in-waiting, posing a significant risk to public safety.

Adjective: The outdated electrical wiring in the building is a disaster-in-waiting, waiting to cause a massive fire.

Verb: Ignoring climate change warnings is like disaster-in-waiting, inviting catastrophic consequences for future generations.

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