minefield

mine·field | \ ˈmīn-ˌfēld

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Definition of minefield

1 : an area (as of water or land) set with mines

2 : something resembling a minefield especially in having many dangers or requiring extreme caution a political minefield

Examples of minefield in a Sentence

This issue is a political minefield.

Recent Examples on the Web The ground beef is studded with a minefield of fresh and dried hot chiles that sneak up and attack with every other bite. — Jenn Harrisstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, "I can make that: We try to make the secret Jazz burger at Jitlada," 8 Jan. 2020 The spread of luxury brands into China, Latin America, and Africa has forced designers to consider how best to market to those consumers while avoiding cultural minefields. — National Geographic, "The idea of beauty is always shifting. Today, it’s more inclusive than ever.," 7 Jan. 2020 The fighting killed more than 1 million people and saw Iran send waves of lightly armed troops into minefields and the fire of Iraqi forces, including teenage soldiers. — Washington Post, "Iran’s popular Gen. Soleimani became an icon by targeting US," 3 Jan. 2020 To demine all the minefields around the river systems that feed the delta will require an additional $60 million, Collins says. — Nina Strochlic, National Geographic, "In Angola, Prince Harry joins quest to eradicate land mines," 11 Oct. 2019 The minefield where Diana walked more than two decades ago is now a paved road with buildings on either side, where people are able to walk safely without fear of an explosion. — Caroline Hallemann, Town & Country, "Prince Harry Follows in Princess Diana's Footsteps, By Visiting a Minefield in Angola," 27 Sep. 2019 Having Antonio Brown on your team means navigating the occasional minefield. — Jerry Mcdonald, The Mercury News, "Raiders’ Antonio Brown follows the money and crisis is averted — until the next one," 20 Aug. 2019 Facing the possibility of major defections, a roster implosion or a backbreaking salary cap position, Brand tap-danced his way through the minefield in impressive fashion. — Ben Golliver, The Denver Post, "76ers emerge from inventive free agency as true contenders," 3 July 2019 With an openly gay candidate — South Bend, Ind., Mayor Pete Buttigieg — in the race, the never-simple minefield of identity politics will be especially fraught in 2020. — Philip Elliott, Time, "Human Rights Campaign Picks Alphonso David as New President," 25 June 2019

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“Minefield.” The Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster Inc., https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minefield. Accessed 17 January 2020.

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