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political football

Idiom Politics

Meaning

an issue that is constantly debated and used for political gain

Example Sentences

"The issue of immigration has become a political football, with both parties using it to score points."

Related Expressions

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to speak angrily to someone without reason

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Recover after a setback and continue with confidence.

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to be deeply involved in hard work or challenging situations

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someone who has similar interests or feelings

easy money

money earned with little effort

hit the right note

to do or say something perfectly suitable