Meaning of Titanic | Babel Free

Definitions

1. The RMS Titanic, an ocean liner, thought by the public to be unsinkable, that sank on its maiden voyage on 15 April 1912 after colliding with an iceberg.
2. A venture that fails spectacularly, especially one perceived as overconfident.

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Examples

“The Titanic story inspired a movie considered as one of the best of all time.”

“Surely , one doesn't want another Titanic, with everyone sailing along in the serene belief that all will be well”

“"[…]We don't want another Titanic on our hands. Come on, folks, there's plenty of lifeboats for everybody. Make your way down."”

“It is time that we review them holistically. But is is not easy to move the world. This is a Titanic that will continue to steer towards the iceberg because of its momentum.”

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