Quicksand

Quicksand is a colloquial term used in business and sports journalism to describe a precarious or unstable situation from which it is difficult to escape, such as a failing investment or a team in a prolonged slump.

Why it’s in the news: It is used in the news to describe the precarious state of the Yen's massive foreign exchange reserves and Brazil's performance in the World Cup.

Latest on Quicksand

• The Yen’s $96 Billion Fortress on Quicksand | Geopolitics Weekly
• Analysis: Ancelotti gamble leaves Brazil mired in World Cup quicksand

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