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imbroglio

im·bro·glio [ im brṓlyō ] (plural im·bro·glios)


noun 
Definition:
 
complicated situation: a confusing, messy, or complicated situation, especially one that involves disagreement or intrigue

[Mid-18th century. < Italian< brogliare "mix up," probably < Old French bröoillier]
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