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Definition of Baptism by fire
1. Noun. (idiomatic) A rite of passage through the survival or success of a crisis. ¹
2. Noun. (idiomatic) A trying ordeal that was not experienced before. ¹
3. Noun. (idiomatic) A change in initial attitude or ideals through a traumatic situation. ¹
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