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thorniness
noun
The quality of being covered with prickly thorns or spines
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The quality of being covered with prickly thorns or spines
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A rough and bitter manner
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The property of being full of difficulties, complexities, or controversial points.
“And, given the thorniness of the issues on the table, a work stoppage at all West Coast ports is not to be ruled out.”
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And, given the thorniness of the issues on the table, a work stoppage at all West Coast ports is not to be ruled out.
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