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in a tight corner

Idioms  
  1. Also, in a tight spot. See under in a bind.


Example Sentences

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In a tight corner, she and the health minister spoke with a woman being tested for COVID, reassuring her.

From Seattle Times

The alternative would be an unpopular fourth election, putting Mr. Gantz in a tight corner.

From New York Times

The future bullet train station at the airport would be jammed in a tight corner, lying among airport property, Hollywood Way and the 5 Freeway.

From Los Angeles Times

Nelson was in a tight corner, tied up and imprisoned by men who believed he was a spy.

From BBC

“The military finds itself in a tight corner,” said Raza Rumi, the editor of The Daily Times, an influential newspaper based in Lahore.

From New York Times