Downfall and Jugular

Downfall

Downfall noun - Something that is the cause of one's ultimate failure or loss of life.

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

Jugular

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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Synonyms for Jugular

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

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