silent killer
A disease experienced by someone who is not symptomatic.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“High blood pressure is often called a silent killer.”
“Doctors often screen for diabetes early because it acts as a silent killer without showing obvious symptoms.”
“Medical professionals frequently warn that hypertension remains a silent killer, as patients often feel perfectly healthy until a major health crisis occurs.”
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cowboy killer
A cigarette.
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killer instinct
The natural inclination to aggressively achieve dominance or success in a particular endeavor.
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silent as the grave
Saying absolutely nothing (especially about a particular subject).
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thrill killer
A murderer who is motivated by a strong personal desire to have a very exciting experience.
Last updated August 10, 2026