tight spot
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That puts the Federal Reserve in a tight spot.
From Barron's ● Jun. 25, 2026
While that leaves Warsh in a tight spot, it may not mean rate hikes are coming.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 15, 2026
It’s a buddy adventure that takes the duo from one tight spot to another, including a gladiator-style battle royal and a cavernous snake pit.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 22, 2026
Clever as they are, both parties make it out of a tight spot just fine, but it’s Bob who’s left to pick up the pieces.
From Salon ● Sep. 28, 2025
If you are someone whose father has made his way up in the business world, then you’ve seen, firsthand, what it means to negotiate your way out of a tight spot.
From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell
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