Any imminent danger

Example: A king seatede one of his subjects underneath a sword tha twas hanging by a hair to teach him the danger the king faces

A too costly victory

Example: In heavy fighting the troops managed to recapture the hill, but it could be considered a Pyrrhic victory.

Party pooper; one who spoils fun

Example: Everyone wanted the party to go on, but Ronnie, the wet blanket, decided to go to bed.

To visit and appose a person on his own grounds

Example: Having decided to beard the lion, I stormed into the manager's office to ask for a raise.