hydra-headed

[hahy-druh-hed-id]

adjective

containing many problems, difficulties, or obstacles.
having many branches, divisions, facets, etc.

Origin of hydra-headed

First recorded in 1590–1600

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Historical Examples of hydra-headed

One after another was sent to pot; but, hydra-headed, still they come!
Punchinello, Vol. 1, No. 4, April 23, 1870
Various
For months he has been battling with the hydra-headed brood.
The Expositor's Bible: The Epistle to the Galatians
G. G. Findlay
Ah, he was certain that this time the hydra-headed one should not overcome him.
The Carpet from Bagdad
Harold MacGrath
I have stood alone in my opposition to that hydra-headed monster, Popery.
Popery! As it Was and as it Is
William Hogan
Mr. Black reasons in this way: There was a hydra-headed monster.
The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 6 (of 12)
Robert G. Ingersoll