Phrase guide

like a lamb to the slaughter

prep_phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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prep_phrase

Meaning 1

Helplessly and innocently, without knowing the unpleasant consequences.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: simile

Examples

  • 1993, a-ha - Lamb To The Slaughter I went down to the water Like a lamb to the slaughter Didn't know what was waiting for me there Nobody warned me Nobody told me My excuse is I wasn't prepared

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