land mine vs stumbling block

land mine

noun
  • A critical subject or situation with concealed or unpredictable implications. 

  • A piece of exercise device consisting of a pivoting tube attached to the ground to which a barbell can be fitted to lift it off the ground. 

  • A mine that is placed on land and designed to explode when stepped upon or touched. 

stumbling block

noun
  • A hindrance, obstacle or impediment; an opportunity for error. 

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