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a viper in one's bosom
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an ungrateful friend or lover who later proves to be deceitful or untrustworthy
Example
David thought Emily was a good tenant, but he was nursing a viper in his bosom because she was damaging the property and not paying rent.
Mike realized he had fostered a viper in his bosom when Emily 's behavior caused several other players to become unhappy and ultimately led to her being kicked off the team.
I 'm afraid that I 've been nourishing a viper in my bosom.
例子
David thought Emily was a good tenant, but he was nursing a viper in his bosom because she was damaging the property and not paying rent.
Mike realized he had fostered a viper in his bosom when Emily's behavior caused several other players to become unhappy and ultimately led to her being kicked off the team.
I'm afraid that I've been nourishing a viper in my bosom.
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