Meaning of 'Opening a can of worms'
What does the saying 'Opening a can of worms' mean?
Idiom: Opening a can of worms
Meaning:
If you open a can of worms, you do something that will cause a lot of problems and is, on balance, probably going to cause more trouble than it's worth.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Animals |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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