put on the spot
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The movement’s biggest players, wary of crossing two of their closest Senate allies, were suddenly put on the spot.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 3, 2026
But he has been put on the spot this weekend by President Biden’s announcement outlining a proposal for a truce.
From New York Times ● Jun. 2, 2024
He was put on the spot by a female American journalist.
From Salon ● Mar. 22, 2024
Steve Aiken from the Ulster Unionist Party tweeted that Mr Baker had been "put on the spot" and "was trying to make an analogy".
From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2023
“Mike ...” I hated being put on the spot.
From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer
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