kiss of death vs lost

kiss of death

noun
  • A kiss on the cheek that signifies the death of the receiver, as delivered by a mob boss or one with such influence. 

  • Something that may seem good and favourable but that actually brings ruin to hopes, plans, etc. 

lost

adj
  • Parted with; no longer held or possessed. 

  • In an unknown location; unable to be found. 

  • Not perceptible to the senses; no longer visible. 

  • Not employed or enjoyed; thrown away; employed ineffectually; wasted; squandered. 

  • Ruined or destroyed, either physically or morally; past help or hope. 

  • Hardened beyond sensibility or recovery; alienated; insensible. 

  • Having wandered from, or unable to find, the way. 

  • Occupied with, or under the influence of, something, so as not to notice external things. 

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