Pandora's box
Example Sentences
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"We knew that this will open up a Pandora's box of chaos," said the Gulf International Forum's Aziz Alghashian, a Saudi analyst.
From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026
But its long tail also shows that once the Pandora’s box of conspiracy has been opened, it has the power to destroy lives.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026
"That night opened a Pandora's box in our relationship," Jane told the court.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2025
The most recent Oscar best picture winner, “Oppenheimer,” explores in part the consequences that come from opening Pandora’s box after the race to create the first atomic weapons was won.
From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2024
At other times spraying, while reasonably effective against the target insect, has let loose a whole Pandora’s box of destructive pests that had never previously been abundant enough to cause trouble.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
