Expressions (A–Z)
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A sharp sword resting on one's neck
By way of metaphor: in grave, life-threatening danger; in great danger.
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He buried his head in the lion's mouth.
See: "His head was buried in the lion's mouth."
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His life hangs in the balance/ to be in mortal danger/ "he is in great danger"
He is in life-threatening danger.
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R
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Risking one's life
See: 'he risked his life'.
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