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snakes and ladders

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"Snakes and ladders" is a classic board game originating from India, symbolizing life's ups and downs.

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Definition

B1Board Games

(general)A game where players roll dice to move pieces on a grid, climbing ladders to advance and sliding down snakes to go back.

Example

  • We spent the afternoon playing snakes and ladders, trying to avoid the snakes and climb the ladders.

B2Metaphor

(figurative)A scenario where progress is inconsistent, with unexpected advancements and setbacks.

Example

  • Life can sometimes feel like a game of snakes and ladders, full of unpredictable twists and turns.