fraught with danger/peril ⚡
fraught with danger/peril - Very risky indeed. “Fraught with” means “full of” and is rarely used today except in the sense of something undesirable. The expression, a cliché since the nineteenth century, first appeared in print in 1576 as “fraught with difficulties”; the precise cliché was first cited by the OED as appearing in 1864 in H. Ainsworth’s Tower of London: “This measure . . . is fraught with danger.”
Synonyms:
- Rife with danger
- Laden with peril
- Full of risk
- Risk-laden
- Hazardous
Antonyms:
- Safe
- Secure
- Risk-free
- Harmless
- Insulated
Humor-Filled Quote:
“Some people aren’t just walking on thin ice; they’re tap dancing like Fred Astaire.” - Anonymous
Proverbs:
- “He who hesitates is lost.” – English Proverb
- “Fortune favors the bold.” – Latin Proverb
Similar Terms and Expressions:
- “A leap of faith” – An act of believing in or attempting something whose existence or outcome cannot be proved.
- “A roll of the dice” – Taking a chance.
- “Walking a tightrope” – Balancing precariously.
Suggested Reading:
- The Tower of London by H. Ainsworth – Historical novel filled with intrigues and peril.
- Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer – A thrilling tale of dangerous mountaineering.
Songs:
- “Danger Zone” by Kenny Loggins – The ultimate anthem of perilous adventure.
- “Gimme Shelter” by The Rolling Stones – Captures the essence of looming danger.
Movies:
- Indiana Jones series – Relive the danger-filled adventures of the iconic archaeologist.
- The Hurt Locker – A true testament to living life perpetually on the edge.
Inspirational Farewell: May you traverse through life’s risky landscapes with unwavering courage and the wisdom to know when to pause.✨
