Be under the pump In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "be under the pump", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Katie Anh calendar 2022-05-19 10:05

Meaning of Be under the pump

Synonyms:

under pressure , under the gun

Be under the pump negative spoken language adjective phrase

The phrase is usually heard in Australia.

To be under pressure or in a difficult situation.

I find myself under the pump every time I have to make a presentation to others.

Most businesses are under the pump due to the outbreak of Covid 19.

His parents' high expectation of his study results makes him under the pump.

I felt a bit under the pump before the interview. But luckily, everything went well.

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