a hornet's nest

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a hornet's nest

a situation or subject which causes a lot of people to become angry and upset

Usage notes: A hornet is a large insect that stings people badly.

His remarks on the role of women have stirred up a hornet's nest amongst feminists. Animal cloning is a real hornet's nest.

See also: nest

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