kiss of death vs tough luck

kiss of death

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

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

tough luck

noun
  • Bad luck. 

intj
  • Bad luck (often an unsympathetic retort to someone suffering misfortune) 

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