elephants in the room

A form of elephant in the room — A problem or difficult issue that is very obvious, but is ignored for the convenience or comfort of those involved.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of elephant in the room
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“elephants in the room.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/elephants%20in%20the%20room. Accessed November 5, 2026.

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