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sticky wicket

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  • noundifficult situation
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Synonyms for sticky wicket

noun difficult situation
  • difficult problem
  • embarrassing problem
  • embarrassing situation
  • hot seat
  • hot spot
  • jam
  • squeeze
  • tricky situation

More words related to sticky wicket

difficult situation

noun. touchy situation
  • sticky wicket
  • tight spot

hot seat

noun. painful or difficult situation
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