snake pit
Example Sentences
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It’s a buddy adventure that takes the duo from one tight spot to another, including a gladiator-style battle royal and a cavernous snake pit.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
“They’re in a snake pit, and they’ve got to be very careful.”
From MarketWatch • Oct. 15, 2025
On the snake pit of a pitch and against the unerring Pakistan bowlers, England’s best chance was to attack, an intent that played into the hands of Noman.
From BBC • Oct. 18, 2024
“President Trump sent me into that snake pit at the United Nations for a reason,” Craft said.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 13, 2022
In rare cases, the results of the snake pit could swing the outcome of a contest and turn on a single ballot.
From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell
