tough room
n.— «Remember that this letter was written by Paul to the church at Crete. This was a “tough room” for ministry because of the reputation of the citizens.» —“I am no longer relevant. Or am I?” by Dave Burchett Crosswalk.com Feb. 7, 2006. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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