Sword of damocles
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达摩克利斯之剑, 持续且迫在眉睫的威胁
a constant and looming threat of harm or disaster, especially one that could strike at any moment, often hanging over someone in a position of power or responsibility
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The threat of bankruptcy hung over the company like a sword of Damocles.
破产的威胁像达摩克利斯之剑一样悬在公司头上。
For many leaders, public opinion polls can feel like a sword of Damocles.
对许多领导人来说，民意调查可能感觉像一把 达摩克利斯之剑。
