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单词 white-knuckler
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Definition of white-knuckler in English:

white-knuckler

noun
North American informal
  • 1An event or experience provoking extreme fear, suspense, or anxiety; a very frightening or suspenseful book, film, etc.

  • 2A person with an extreme fear of something (especially flying); a tense or anxious person.

Origin

1960s; earliest use found in The Wisconsin State Journal.

Definition of white-knuckler in US English:

white-knuckler

noun
North American informal
  • 1An event or experience provoking extreme fear, suspense, or anxiety; a very frightening or suspenseful book, film, etc.

  • 2A person with an extreme fear of something (especially flying); a tense or anxious person.

Origin

1960s; earliest use found in The Wisconsin State Journal.

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