horse pill
The term "horse pill" can refer to both a literal large medicinal pill and a figurative concept that is hard to accept.
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Definition
B2Medicine
(idiomatic, informal)A medicinal pill that is very large and difficult to swallow.
Example
- She struggled to take her medication because it was a real horse pill.
B2Everyday Language
(idiomatic, informal)A statement or fact that is difficult to accept or believe.
Example
- The news about the company's bankruptcy was a horse pill to swallow.
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