Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
one-false-move
idiomatic expression
/wʌn fɔːls muːv/
Definition
A situation where a single mistake or miscalculation can lead to serious consequences.
Examples
- If he takes one false move in that negotiation, he could lose the entire deal.
- The climber was only safe as long as he was careful; one false move could send him tumbling down.
- In competitive sports, one false move can ruin your chances of winning.
Meaning
The phrase indicates that something is very precarious and requires careful handling; one mistake could result in failure or trouble.
Synonyms
- one wrong step
- one mistake
- one miscalculation
