Hair trigger

Translation of "hair trigger" into Russian

hair trigger

чувствительный курок

The situation was like a hair trigger, ready to explode at any moment.

Ситуация была как чувствительный курок, готовая взорваться в любой момент.

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A hair trigger refers to a mechanism that is very sensitive and can be activated with minimal pressure or effort. It is often used metaphorically to describe a person who is easily provoked or quick to react, especially in a volatile or emotional manner.

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