chalice
Example Sentences
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"In the past, Eurovision was a great honour for so many artists," but now, "it might feel like a poisoned chalice to some".
From Barron's
She was thrilled to be a chalice bearer at the event but said she was stunned by the bishop's behaviour at their first meeting soon afterwards.
From BBC
He said some people had warned him that the job would be a "poisoned chalice".
From Barron's
The job is a huge opportunity but also a poisoned chalice.
From BBC
It’s a constant conundrum of global athletic events, pursued as chalices by complicated hosts.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
