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between a rock and a hard place
between a rock and a hard place
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in a situation where one has difficulty choosing between two alternatives because both are equally undesirable
Idiom
Informal
Voorbeelden
The employee found themselves between a rock and a hard place when asked to choose between unethical practices or risking their job.
The student was caught between a rock and a hard place, needing to choose between attending an important family event or studying for a crucial exam.
