What is another word for behind eight ball?
Pronunciation: [bɪhˌa͡ɪnd ˈe͡ɪt bˈɔːl] (IPA) 
The phrase "behind eight ball" is commonly used to describe a situation where one is at a disadvantage or in a difficult position. However, there are a variety of synonyms that can be used to describe this type of predicament, such as being in a jam, in a pinch, in a bind, up against it, in hot water, or in a tight spot. Other related phrases include being caught off guard, being caught with one's pants down, being in a pickle, being up a creek without a paddle, or being between a rock and a hard place. Regardless of the specific wording, these phrases all convey the sense of being in a challenging or disadvantageous situation.
