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Esto es un tema espinoso.

/EH-sto es oon TEH-mah es-pee-NOH-so/

This is a thorny issue.

When to use it

Use when discussing a sensitive or complicated topic that could cause conflict or discomfort.

In conversation

—Vamos a hablar de los despidos... —Mejor no, es un tema espinoso.

—Let’s talk about the layoffs... —Better not, it’s a thorny issue.

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