any subject which several folks are talking about and which is frequently argued
something that is hard or terrible to handle
a problem or situation that is difficult to deal with and causes a lot of disagreement
an issue or question about which people have different opinions and feel very strongly
a controversial situation that is awkward to deal with
a delicate or contentious matter which many people do not want to talk about
It’s a controversial subject.
It’s a sensitive subject.
It’s likely to cause disagreement.
It could upset people.
It’s risky for everyone involved.
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.
The government’s decision to curb benefits to some sections of society is like a hot potato.
There is no origin for this idiom
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