Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in a tight corner / in a tight spot
idiom
/ɪn ə taɪt ˈkɔrnər/ /ɪn ə taɪt spɑt/
Definition
To be in a difficult situation where one has limited options for resolution.
Examples
- When the budget cuts were announced, the team found themselves in a tight corner, having to let some employees go.
- She was in a tight spot when her car broke down just before the important meeting.
Meaning
This phrase describes a scenario where someone feels trapped or pressured, making it hard to find a way out or to make a decision.
Synonyms
- in a jam
- in a dilemma
- in a pickle
- in a bind
