
Aneurysm
Medical Condition
An aneurysm refers to a serious medical condition requiring professional attention, not a minor issue.
When her headaches worsened, she was worried she might have an aneurysm.
Metaphorical Use
Sometimes used metaphorically to describe a point of high tension or a critical situation.
The heated argument was an emotional aneurysm waiting to burst.
Urgency and Risk
Aneurysms are associated with risk of rupture, creating a sense of urgency and danger.
The surgeon emphasized the aneurysm could burst any time, necessitating immediate action.
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