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In short, relying on a relatively small number of highly sophisticated, hugely expensive ships that can be taken out in the blink of an eye is now considered a bad idea.
From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026
Even if fundamentals weren’t so good, selling in May would likely be a bad idea.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
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- a whole lotta nope
- terrible plan
- poor judgment
- error in thinking
- recipe for disaster
Possible Antonyms
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- good thinking
- the right call
- galaxy brain moment
- wise decision
- big brain move
