FLIES IN THE OINTMENT Synonyms: 19 Similar Words

flies in the ointment

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Definition of flies in the ointment next

plural of fly in the ointment

as in difficulties

something that makes a situation more complicated or difficult The delay in the delivery of our appliances was a fly in the ointment during our kitchen renovation.

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difficulties
complications
complexities
intricacies
convolutions
matters
complicacies
headaches
side reactions
side effects
ramifications
troubles
annoyances
technicalities
bitches
subtleties
aftereffects
inconveniences
bothers

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“Flies in the ointment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flies%20in%20the%20ointment. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.

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