triple whammy
The term "triple whammy" originated in popular culture and is also used in medical contexts to describe a combination of three negative factors.
Definition
B2General Usage
(informal)A situation where three negative events or conditions occur simultaneously or in quick succession, causing a compounded adverse effect.
Example
- Losing his job, getting sick, and having his car break down was a triple whammy for John.
C1Medicine
(technical)The concurrent use of three medications—angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers, diuretics, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs—that can lead to acute kidney injury.
Similar
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