Gordian knot
Gordian knot noun - An intricate knot tied by Gordius, the king of Phrygia, and cut by the sword of Alexander the Great after he heard that whoever undid it would become ruler of Asia.
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Toughie and Gordian knot are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Toughie" instead a noun phrase "Gordian knot".
Toughie
Toughie noun - A violent, brutal person who is often a member of an organized gang.
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Gordian knot and toughie are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gordian knot" instead a noun "Toughie".
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