What does "Quicksand" mean?

loose wet sand that sucks things in

Synonym: sinking sand, unstable sand Opposite: solid ground, stable land

"Quicksand" in a sentence

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Worst scenario is either quicksands, spontaneous combustion or getting called on by the teacher.

— Inside Out 1

It's almost like being in quicksand.

— Parks and Recreation S3E8

Ruffians, thugs, poison Ivy, quicksand.

— Tangled

"Quicksand" in TV shows & movies

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