Definition of dangerous waters
: a difficult or complicated situation
We are entering into dangerous waters whenever we discuss religion in public.
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“Dangerous waters.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dangerous%20waters. Accessed 17 Jun. 2021.
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