Back and Jugular

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Back noun - A vulnerable point.

Usage example: a candidate needing a loyal aide who can be relied upon to always watch his back

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Jugular and back are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Jugular" instead a noun "Back".

Nearby Words: backward, backing, backed, backside, backwards

Jugular noun - A vulnerable point.

Usage example: a sadistic training instructor who would seek out a recruit's jugular and then go for it

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Back and jugular are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Back" instead a noun "Jugular".

The "Cut-Off" signal, made by either pointing two fingers at your throat and waving back and forth or by drawing an extended index finger across your jugular vein, is also an example of a gesture with a universally recognized (not to say slightly disturbing) meaning.

Source: Hand Signals

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