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词组 be (batting) on a sticky wicket
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idiombe (batting) on a sticky wicket BrEBrEto be doing or saying something that is difficult to defend:Supporters of the concept of black holes are batting on a sticky wicket, as there is, as yet, no proof that they exist.You should tell your clients that they're on a very sticky wicket here, making claims that invite complaints from disappointed consumers. —see feature box on page 313

be (batting) on a sticky wicket

To be in the midst of or dealing with a particularly awkward or difficult situation or circumstance. Primarily heard in UK. I knew I was batting on a sticky wicket when the boss saw me kissing his daughter at the cinema. I'll be on quite a sticky wicket if I arrive at the train station and don't have enough money for the tickets!
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