Choose the appropriate meaning of the idiom: “A hornet’s nest”

Choose the appropriate meaning of the idiom: “A hornet’s nest”

  • (A) A dangerous situation
  • (B) A house built after great difficulty
  • (C) A difficulty task
  • (D) A pleasant situation

 

Correct option is (A) A dangerous situation. A “hornet’s nest” means a situation that is fraught with difficulties, dangers, or intense controversy. It originates from the literal image of disturbing a nest of hornets, which would result in a swarm of aggressive insects, metaphorically representing the troubles and conflicts that can arise from certain actions or discussions.
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