What is another word for putting on the hot seat?
Pronunciation: [pˈʊtɪŋ ɒnðə hˈɒt sˈiːt] (IPA) 
"Putting on the hot seat" is a phrase that refers to a person being placed in a difficult situation where they are questioned, scrutinized or challenged. While the words are commonly used in casual conversation, there are synonyms that could be used interchangeably. One could say that someone is being grilled, cross-examined, interrogated, probed, examined closely, or held up to scrutiny. These synonymous phrases describe the intensity of being under pressure by others to answer difficult questions or explain perplexing situations. Use these synonyms when referring to someone who is undergoing intense scrutiny, and who might be feeling uneasy and uncomfortable with the situation.
