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to bring sth to a head
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to worsen a situation to a point that it requires immediate action
What is the origin of the idiom "bring something" and when to use it?
The idiom "bring something to a head" likely derives from the idea of a physical ailment or issue reaching a critical or severe stage. It is used metaphorically to describe the act of taking actions or making decisions to resolve or confront a problem, dispute, or situation that has been escalating or festering over time.
