in hot water
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Definice a Význam "in hot water"

in hot water
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in a situation that has unpleasant consequences for one

(in|into) hot water definition and meaning
IdiomIdiom
InformalInformal

What is the origin of the idiom "in hot water" and when to use it?

The idiom "in hot water" originates from the idea of being in a situation where the water is too hot, making it uncomfortable or painful. It is often used to describe a situation in which someone is facing trouble, difficulty, or criticism, often as a result of their actions or decisions.

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To remove the wax, they scalded the jars in hot water.
She steeped the tea leaves in hot water to create a fragrant and flavorful brew.
I like to dissolve caster sugar in hot water to make a sweet syrup for my cocktails.
As a home remedy, I steeped lemongrass in hot water and drank it to relieve a sore throat.
In recent years, comedians have found themselves in hot water for making politically incorrect topics about everything from race to gender.
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