damned if one does and damned if one doesn't »
A dilemma where either choice results in a negative outcome.
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in a bind »
In a difficult situation, usually of one's own making; having a dilemma; faced with a problem or a set of problems for which there is no easy solution.
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monkey wrench »
A problem, obstacle or dilemma; something unexpected or troublesome.
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spanner »
A problem, dilemma or obstacle; something unexpected or troublesome.
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throw a spanner in the works »
To be a problem, dilemma or obstacle, something unexpected or troublesome.
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