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Open a can of worms

Idiom Curiosity

Meaning

To start something that creates many new problems.

Example Sentences

"By questioning the policy, he opened a can of worms."

Related Expressions

On the record

Officially stated and reportable

give someone a hard time

to criticize or treat someone harshly

skeleton in the closet

a family secret that one wants to keep hidden

play your part

to do your share of the work or responsibility

sleep like a log

to sleep very deeply and soundly

Many hands make light work

Work becomes easier when many people help.