Meaning of the word "dead man walking" in English
What does "dead man walking" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
dead man walking
US /dɛd mæn ˈwɔkɪŋ/
UK /dɛd mæn ˈwɔkɪŋ/
Idiom
a person who is certain to experience something bad or fail soon, even though it has not happened yet
Example:
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After that disastrous presentation, the CEO was a dead man walking.
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The politician, embroiled in scandal, was widely considered a dead man walking.
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