Cornered

/ˈkɔːrnərd/ verb

Definition

trapped with no escape route; forced into a difficult position

Etymology

from 'corner' meaning angle where two lines meet

Kelly Says

When you're cornered, you're stuck in a corner with nowhere to turn!

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