kiss of death vs star-crossed

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. 

star-crossed

adj
  • Ill-fated by destiny, the fate of the person being “written in the stars”. 

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