waterloo
Pronunciación: [ˌwɔːtəˈluː]
Palabra
Contexto: «historical event»
(noun) a famous battle in 1815 where an army led by Duke of Wellington defeated Napoleon's French forces. This battle ended Napoleon's rule as Emperor of the French.
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The Battle of Waterloo was a turning point in European history.
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The outcome of the battle did not help Napoleon's chances for future success.
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What strategies were used at the Battle of Waterloo?
Contexto: «figurative language»
(noun) a decisive defeat or failure that marks the end of someone's power or success. It's like saying someone has met their biggest challenge and lost.
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The company's latest product was a big hit, bringing it back after its previous waterloo.
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Missing the deadline was not just a setback; it was their waterloo.
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What do you think will be his waterloo in the championship?
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