hang by a hair (Meaning)
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hang by a hair (v)
depend on a small thing or be at risk
Synonyms & Antonyms of hang by a hair
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hang by a hair Sentence Examples
- The climber's life hung by a hair as he clung to the precipice.
- The suspension bridge swayed precariously, hanging by a hair above the raging river.
- The company's financial situation was hanging by a hair, with mere hours to secure funding.
- The doctor's diagnosis was uncertain, leaving the patient's life hanging by a hair.
- The election results were too close to call, with both candidates hanging by a hair.
- The old man's grip on life weakened daily, hanging by a hair in the twilight of his years.
- The tightrope walker performed a daring stunt, hanging by a hair above the safety net.
- The pendulum swung wildly, its oscillations hanging by a hair before coming to a stop.
- The helicopter hovered dangerously close to the ground, hanging by a hair above disaster.
- The spider hung by a hair from its web, patiently waiting for its prey.
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depend on a small thing or be at risk
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The climber's life hung by a hair as he clung to the precipice.
The suspension bridge swayed precariously, hanging by a hair above the raging river.
The company's financial situation was hanging by a hair, with mere hours to secure funding.
The doctor's diagnosis was uncertain, leaving the patient's life hanging by a hair.