bad apple

Meaning: A person of bad character whose presence corrupts or damages others or a group.

Language: English

Literally: (Already vivid in English)

Category: Food & Drink

Origin: A literal bad apple in a barrel spoils the others around it through contact; the metaphor transfers to human character.

More idioms — Food & Drink

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play Cupid — To act as a matchmaker by trying to bring two people together romantically.
bad blood — Persistent hostility or deep resentment between people.
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stumbling block — An obstacle or barrier that impedes progress or causes difficulty.

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