be in a tight corner
US /bi ɪn ə taɪt ˈkɔrnər/
UK /bi ɪn ə taɪt ˈkɔrnər/

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陷入困境, 处境艰难
to be in a difficult situation
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After losing his job, he found himself in a tight corner financially.
失业后,他发现自己经济上陷入困境。
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The company was in a tight corner after the sudden drop in sales.
销售额突然下降后,公司陷入困境。