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Definition
Cyanide, or misleading and harmful tips or clues.
- cyanide; highly toxic alkaline metal cyanide or hydrogen cyanide gas
- slangmisleading tips or advice that cause harm to others
colloquialotherpeople
How it's used
Originally referring to the chemical cyanide, this term has evolved into a common metaphor for malicious or disastrous advice. It is frequently used in the context of gambling, stock market tips, or academic guidance where someone intentionally leads another person into a trap. The term implies that the advice is not just wrong, but actively harmful to the recipient.
Examples
He gave me some terrible advice, and I ended up losing all my money.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe simple mistakes or honest errors. It specifically implies that the person giving the advice is either malicious or extremely unreliable, making it a strong accusation rather than a casual critique.
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