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hang by a thread

Idiom Medicine

Meaning

to be in a very dangerous or uncertain situation

Example Sentences

"After the accident, his life was hanging by a thread."

Related Expressions

leave something up in the air

to leave something undecided or uncertain

bubbling with joy

very happy and excited

Cross one’s mind

To suddenly think of something.

move up the ladder

to be promoted or advance in one’s job

move the needle

to make a noticeable difference or impact

book smart

knowledgeable from studying rather than experience