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Meaning of 'Russian roulette'

What does the saying 'Russian roulette' mean?

Idiom: Russian roulette

Meaning:

If people take a dangerous and unnecessary risk, they are playing Russian roulette.
Country: International English | Subject Area: Gambling | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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