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Definiția și Sensul lui "risk life and limb"

to risk life and limb
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to do something that has the risk of death or serious injury

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What is the origin of the idiom "risk life and limb" and when to use it?

The idiom "risk life and limb" has its origins in the literal dangers and sacrifices often faced in battles, accidents, or hazardous situations where one's life and physical well-being are in jeopardy. This expression is used when describing actions or decisions that involve a very high level of danger or personal sacrifice, often highlighting the extreme nature of the undertaking.

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The humanitarian worker sacrificed life and limb to provide aid in war-torn regions, despite the perilous circumstances.
The mountain climber faced extreme conditions and risked life and limb to reach the summit.
The astronaut was willing to risk life and limb to explore the uncharted territory of outer space.
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The firefighters sacrificed life and limb battling the raging forest fire to protect the community.
He risked life and limb to save the drowning child from the swift river currents.
The humanitarian worker sacrificed life and limb to provide aid in war-torn regions, despite the perilous circumstances.
The mountain climber faced extreme conditions and risked life and limb to reach the summit.
The astronaut was willing to risk life and limb to explore the uncharted territory of outer space.
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