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Imbroglio
01
an awkward misunderstanding
Examples
The dinner party ended in an imbroglio when two guests argued over a mistaken identity.
His offhand comment led to an imbroglio that took weeks to smooth over.
02
a complicated situation involving political or interpersonal conflict
Examples
The diplomatic imbroglio between the two nations lasted for months.
Parliament was caught in a legislative imbroglio over the budget bill.
