In/under the shadow of

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prepositional phrase

To be in a place or situation where you cannot avoid dealing with a problem or difficult situation.

He was already struggling under the shadow of his parents’ expectations
Visual representation of "in/under the shadow of" - To be in a place or situation where you cannot avoid dealing with a problem or difficult situation

Often appears as...

  • under the shadow of disparity
  • under the shadow of expectations
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Problem Focus

Used when attention is on the negative impact of one's issues or difficulties.

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Despite his efforts, he remained under the shadow of his debts, unable to fully succeed.
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Negative Consequence

Implies that the problem has serious negative effects on the person or situation.

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The whole team is playing under the shadow of last year's defeat.
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Avoidance Impossible

Suggests that dealing with the issue cannot be put off or escaped.

Illustration for Avoidance Impossible
They worked under the shadow of the new regulations that affected their project.
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