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a hot potato.. idiom​

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Answered by ritikakoshti22
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Explanation:

. A hot potato is an issue that makes everyone feel uncomfortable.

The phrase hot potato comes up a lot in politics. For example, a reporter might explain that a candidate won't speak about a controversial topic because it's "a political hot potato," or an issue that people disagree strongly about. Hot potato comes from the idea of passing a literal hot baked potato from one person to another — no one wants to be left holding it for very long, because it will burn their fingers.

Answered by Anonymous
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Answer:

Explanation:

* A hot potato is an issue that makes everyone feel uncomfortable. The phrase hot potato comes up a lot in politics. For example, a reporter might explain that a candidate won't speak about a controversial topic because it's "a political hot potato," or an issue that people disagree strongly about.

Example sentences :

* The issue of gun control is a political hot potato in the United States.

* The legality of abortion is a hot potato in many countries around the world.

* I never discuss about anyone's religion, it can be a hot potato.

The party members are not speaking on this topic as it is a political hot potato.

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