would mean a slow and painful death. 就意味着死前将饱受折磨

212. So, he will have to fight.
     他必须选择战斗
213. There is everything to lose.
     这一战至关重要
214. A broken leg or a shattered jaw
     若是断了腿 或是碎了下巴
215. would mean a slow and painful death.
     就意味着死前将饱受折磨
216. A missed kick, and it's all over.
     没踢中 一切都结束了
217. The new arrival has won...
     新来的马取得了胜利
218. and his prize is more than just the chance to drink.
     他所获得的奖赏不只是可以喝水

来自《行星地球 第二季 第四集 Planet Earth S02E04 沙漠》第 215 行