Jeremy Paxman

Why are we in this mess, now facing the prospect of economic armageddon? It's because the prevailing characteristic has been greed, and it doesn't matter whether it's individuals living beyond their means or governments living beyond their means or people seeking to get rich quick.

British Journalist

James Clapper

Although we must be prepared for a catastrophic large-scale strike, a cyber armageddon, the reality is that we have been living with a constant barrage of cyberattacks for some time. The trend, I believe, will continue.

American Public Servant

Michael Palin

Armageddon is not around the corner. This is only what the people of violence want us to believe. The complexity and diversity of the world is the hope for the future.

British Comedian

Shayne Ward

Have you any idea what it's like to live under the same roof as four women? Armageddon is the best word for it.

English Musician

Used to describe events with huge, often global consequences; mainly hyperbolic.

Modern Usage

Emphasizes the extreme severity of a situation, beyond a typical disaster.

Catastrophic Context

Often used metaphorically, not always indicating a literal end of the world.

Not Literal

Directly related to Christian prophecy, signifies an apocalyptic war.

Religious Specific

Refers to prophecies from the Book of Revelation; knowledge of texts helps.

Biblical References

Implies a final showdown or judgement, often in a spiritual context.

End Times Concept

 two major movies hit theaters both featuring killer impacts from outer space in armageddon bruce willis leads a ragtag crew to nuke an oncoming asteroid which by the way is something that only works in the movies and in deep impact president morgan freeman gives a rousing speech after

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 the initial impact of Khrushchev's apparent words put the world on a path that could have led to nuclear armageddon. So now, given the complexities of language and cultural exchange, how does this sort of thing not happen all the time?

Armageddon

Modern Usage

Catastrophic Context

Not Literal

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