Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Gordian Knot.
Gordian Knot - as a noun
Any very difficult problem; insoluble in its own terms
An intricate knot tied by gordius, the king of phrygia, and cut by the sword of alexander the great after he heard that whoever undid it would become ruler of asia
Example Sentences
"Untangling the gordian knot of regulations and paperwork is a daunting task."
"The CEO faced the gordian knot of resolving conflicts within the board of directors."
"Scientists are working to unravel the gordian knot of cancer research."
"The government's attempt to solve the economic crisis only seemed to tighten the gordian knot."
"The politician promised to cut through the gordian knot of bureaucracy."
