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Perfect storm
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a very bad situation that is a result of the simultaneous occurrence of a series of unpleasant things
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "perfect storm" and when to use it?
The idiom "perfect storm" is thought to have originated from the meteorological term "perfect storm," which describes a rare and extremely severe weather event resulting from the convergence of various atmospheric conditions. In a figurative sense, it is used to describe a situation where multiple factors or circumstances come together in a way that leads to a particularly challenging or disastrous outcome.
Examples
The financial crisis of 2008 was a perfect storm of risky lending, housing market collapse, and global economic instability.
The project 's failure was a result of a perfect storm of mismanagement, inadequate resources, and unforeseen challenges.
