hot water

hot water

A troublesome or difficult situation, especially that which will result in punishment or reprisal. I was in a bit of hot water with Janice last night when she found out I went to the movies instead of cleaning out the garage. The senator has gotten into hot water with constituents over his callous remarks.
See also: hot, water
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

hot water

Trouble or difficulty, as in She's deep in political hot water, or We got in hot water over the car deal, or He's finally paid his tuition and is out of hot water with the school. This metaphoric term alludes to water hot enough to burn one. [First half of 1500s] Also see in trouble with.
See also: hot, water
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
See also:
  • in hot water
  • twist in the wind
  • twist in the wind, be left to
  • twist slowly in the wind
  • a pretty pass
  • be up a/the creek (without a paddle)
  • be up the creek without a paddle
  • be in deep water
  • in deep water(s)
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