鬼瞰之禍
Reading: きかんのわざわい
Meaning: misfortune that comes when demons see an opportunity
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Example Sentence
Their overconfidence in success invited disaster.
Usage Notes
Used to describe how misfortune often strikes just when things are going well. Similar to 'pride comes before a fall'.
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