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Definition of can of worms:
(n) :
a complex, troublesome situation arising when a decision or action produces considerable subsequent problems; a troublesome situation; an issue whose resolution is difficult or contentious, but not necessarily complex
"if I give her a promotion which she doesn't deserve, it will open up a whole can of worms with the other employees."
Definition of can of worms:
(n) :
a complex, troublesome situation arising when a decision or action produces considerable subsequent problems; a troublesome situation; an issue whose resolution is difficult or contentious, but not necessarily complex
"if I give her a promotion which she doesn't deserve, it will open up a whole can of worms with the other employees."
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