dead meat
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of dead meat
First recorded in 1860–65
Example Sentences
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“It was obvious that if I voted against the resolution that I would be dead meat in the race, just handing them a victory,” he later said.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 9, 2021
However, the host allegedly felt as if she were "dead meat," the insider claimed.
From Fox News • Jul. 27, 2021
Bush was considered dead meat in presidential politics afterwards.
From Salon • Jan. 13, 2020
An artist with an agenda is dead meat unless he leaves his agenda outside the door of his studio or writing room.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2015
He had eaten no more than half a day past, but there was no joy in dead meat, even deer.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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