in a jam

📖 general
Meaning
To find oneself in a challenging or problematic situation.
Literal Meaning
To be stuck in a tight space.
Example
“I'm really in a jam with this deadline approaching.”

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all bedlam breaks loose

A situation characterized by extreme confusion, chaos, or disorder.

all bets are off

The situation has entirely changed, and previous assumptions or agreements no longer apply.

all duck or no dinner

An all-or-nothing situation where one either achieves complete success or total failure.

all ears

Listening eagerly and attentively.