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The elephant in the room

The EL-uh-fant in the room

/ðə ˈɛlɪfənt ɪn ðə ruːm/

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Syllable breakdown

Theelephantintheroom

Dictionary meaning

An obvious problem or topic that everyone is avoiding.

Examples

  • Let’s address the elephant in the room — the budget.