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Idiom: At The Mercy Of

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In the power of; defenceless/defenseless against.

Example: "The ball game is scheduled for Saturday, but we're still at the mercy of the weather."

Example Sentences

1
During the storm, we were at the mercy of the unpredictable weather conditions.
2
As a patient, I am at the mercy of the doctors and nurses for my treatment.
3
The hiker was at the mercy of the wild animals in the forest.
4
The hostages were at the mercy of the armed terrorists.
5
In the open sea, we were at the mercy of the strong currents.

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