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blood in the water
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Japanese Meaning
競争状況において、一方が明白な弱点や脆弱性を露呈することにより、相手側に対してさらなる期待やプレッシャーが生じる状態 / 対決や競争の中で、明確な弱さが見えることで、相手にとって勝利が容易に感じられる局面
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(idiomatic) In a competitive situation, the exhibition of apparent weakness or vulnerability by one party, especially when this leads to a feeling of vulnerability or greater pressure to perform on the part of the weak party, and/or enhanced expectation of victory by the other(s).
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blood in the water
When the startup missed its quarterly target, investors smelled blood in the water and competitors moved quickly to poach its clients.
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When the startup missed its quarterly target, investors smelled blood in the water and competitors moved quickly to poach its clients.
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