a hornet's nest
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Dialogues in context
EN · C2A Controversial Decision
- A
They announced the pitch closure without consultation.
Ogłosili zamknięcie boiska bez konsultacji.
- B
That's a red rag to a bull.
To sytuacja wywołująca gwałtowny sprzeciw.
- A
Do residents want a meeting?
Mieszkańcy chcą spotkania?
- B
Yes, tomorrow at the hall.
Tak, jutro w świetlicy.
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Translations
Examples of use
Propozycja wywołała gwałtowny sprzeciw.
No voice for this language is installed. Speech practice is still available.The proposal stirred up a hornet's nest.
No voice for this language is installed. Speech practice is still available.Der Vorschlag löste heftige Widerstände aus.
No voice for this language is installed. Speech practice is still available.La propuesta provocó una oposición feroz.
No voice for this language is installed. Speech practice is still available.Предложение вызвало яростное сопротивление.
No voice for this language is installed. Speech practice is still available.Grammar
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- a hornet's nest
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The proposal stirred up a hornet's nest.