the lion's den
US /ðə ˈlaɪənz dɛn/
UK /ðə ˈlaɪənz dɛn/

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狮子窝, 险境
a place or situation of great danger or hostility
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He bravely walked into the lion's den to confront his accusers.
他勇敢地走进狮子窝,与指控他的人对质。
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Presenting his controversial ideas to the board felt like stepping into the lion's den.
向董事会提出他有争议的想法,感觉就像走进狮子窝。