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quicksand

noun quick·sand \ˈkwik-ˌsand\

: deep, wet sand into which heavy objects sink easily

: a situation that is dangerous and difficult to escape from

Full Definition of QUICKSAND

1
:  sand readily yielding to pressure; especially :  a deep mass of loose sand mixed with water into which heavy objects readily sink
2
:  something that entraps or frustrates <lead poor people into consumerist quicksand — Robert Wright>
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First Known Use of QUICKSAND

14th century
QUICKSAND Defined for Kids

quicksand

noun quick·sand \ˈkwik-ˌsand\

Definition of QUICKSAND for Kids

:  a deep area of loose sand mixed with water into which heavy objects sink

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