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hot water

 

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Noun hot water has 1 sense
  1. hot water - a dangerous or distressing predicament; "his views on race got him into political hot water"
    --1 is a kind of
    predicament, quandary, plight

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Dictionary Definition: Hot Water

Noun: Hot Water

1. Boiling Water: Water in a heated state, reaching or close to its boiling point.

Example Sentence: I poured hot water into the teapot to make some tea.

2. Warm Water: Water that is heated, but not at its boiling point yet.

Example Sentence: Please fill the bathtub with hot water for a relaxing bath.

3. Trouble or Difficulty: A difficult or problematic situation.

Example Sentence: John found himself in hot water after failing to complete the project on time.

Phrase: In Hot Water

Meaning: To be in trouble or facing consequences for an action or situation.

Example Sentence: Sarah knew she would be in hot water with her parents if they found out she had broken their favorite vase.

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