minefield
/ˈmaɪnˌfiːld/
noun
- An area of land or water where explosive mines have been placed.
- The soldiers carefully mapped the minefield before advancing.
- Clearing a minefield is a slow and dangerous job.
- The ship was damaged after entering an uncharted minefield.
- A situation full of hidden dangers or difficulties.
- Negotiating the contract was a legal minefield.
- Social media can be a minefield for privacy issues.
- The project turned into a minefield of unexpected problems.
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