hair trigger

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Pronunciation

IPA /ˈhɛɹˌtɹɪɡɝ/

Noun

hair trigger noun

Any unstable situation.

hair trigger noun

A trigger that will set off a firearm when even a very small pressure is applied

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Adjective

hair trigger adjective

Unstable, in a situation that could be worsened by the slightest mistake
Easily angered, having a short temper

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hair-triggered snapshot explosive snap volatile instant instantaneous imminent hot stove itchy trigger finger pressure cooker tinderbox hair-trigger hot seat razor's edge trigger point hot water

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