Meaning of the word "catch 22" in English
What does "catch 22" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
catch 22
US /ˈkætʃ twɛn.ti tuː/
UK /ˈkætʃ twɛn.ti tuː/
Idiom
a difficult situation from which there is no escape because of mutually conflicting or dependent conditions
Example:
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It's a real catch-22: I can't get a job without experience, but I can't get experience without a job.
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The regulations created a catch-22 for small businesses.
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