dangerous waters

noun

: a difficult or complicated situation

We are entering into dangerous waters whenever we discuss religion in public.

Examples of dangerous waters in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These winds can lead to what's called a fetch, which can create dangerous waters. —Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2024

Occasionally, however, Hollywood ventured out ahead of the wave and into dangerous waters. —Thomas Doherty, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Aug. 2024

This is a true example of a nation treading in dangerous waters. —Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 2 Aug. 2024

While the spot is popular for things like tubing and canoeing, there are signs posted around the area — both in English and Spanish — warning swimmers against entering the dangerous waters. —Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 18 July 2024

In February, a team of scientists documented two African lion brothers swimming across some dangerous waters in Uganda. —Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 10 July 2024

The highest risk runs through Saturday evening but the dangerous waters may linger on Easter Sunday and into the early part of the week. —Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2024

Kane attempted to make the journey once before, but her boat was struck by dangerous waters that forced her to return to shore. —Ian Pannell, ABC News, 26 Jan. 2024

Attacks on Red Sea shipping might raise prices for consumers because cargo carriers take longer routes to avoid dangerous waters for now. —Jaclyn Peiser, Washington Post, 28 Dec. 2023