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Himalayan blunder
/hˌɪməlˈeɪən blˈʌndə/
/hˌɪməlˈeɪən blˈʌndɚ/Himalayan blunder
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a major mistake or error, often made by someone in power, that leads to catastrophic consequences
What is the origin of the idiom "Himalayan blunder" and when to use it?
The idiom "Himalayan blunder" originated from a military and political incident in 1962, when the Indian Army suffered a humiliating defeat against the Chinese People's Liberation Army in a border conflict in the Himalayas. This phrase is used to describe a colossal mistake or a disastrous error in judgment, often with far-reaching consequences.
Example
The team's lack of preparation for the important game was a Himalayan blunder that cost them the championship.
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