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emperor's new clothes
Noun
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plural
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Japanese Meaning
明らかに見えているが、あえて触れられずにいる不都合な事実や状況。 / 誰もが知っているが、あえて認めたり指摘したりしない、恥ずかしい現実。
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(idiomatic) Something obvious and embarrassing that is politely ignored or that goes unacknowledged.
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emperor's new clothes
During the meeting, Sara pointed out the emperor's new clothes, and everyone shifted uncomfortably.
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During the meeting, Sara pointed out the emperor's new clothes, and everyone shifted uncomfortably.
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