Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Hornet's Nest.
Hornet's Nest - as a noun
A highly contentious or hazardous situation
Example: "Talk of invading iraq stirred up a political hornets' nest"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hornets' nestExample Sentences
"He accidentally kicked a hornet's nest and was instantly surrounded by angry insects."
"The article about politics was like poking a hornet's nest, stirring up heated debates."
"She felt like she was walking into a hornet's nest when she entered the crowded room."
"The controversial decision by the company's CEO created a hornet's nest of criticism."
"The town council's proposed budget cuts have stirred up a real hornet's nest among the community."
