Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sticky-situation
noun
/ˈstɪki sɪtʃuˈeɪʃən/

Definition
A challenging or problematic circumstance that is difficult to resolve.

Examples
- She found herself in a sticky situation when she forgot her friend’s birthday.
- The negotiation led to a sticky situation that neither party knew how to navigate.
- He was in a sticky situation after missing the deadline for the project.

Meaning
A sticky situation usually involves complications or complexities that make it hard to find a clear solution.

Synonyms
- dilemma
- predicament
- quandary
- complication
- bind