Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Back against the wall 

The correct answer is: Be in a difficult situation from where escape is difficult

Key Points

• The idiom 'back against the wall' means being in a difficult or hopeless situation. (किसी कठिन या निराशाजनक स्थिति में होना)
  • For example: With his back against the wall, he had no choice but to come up with a creative solution to the challenging problem.
• It implies that there are no options left to escape or find a way out.
• The phrase is often used in situations where one is facing a challenge or an obstacle that seems insurmountable.
• The origin of the idiom is unclear, but it may have come from the idea of being trapped in a corner with no way out.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Additional Information

• Option 1: It is the opposite of the correct meaning of the idiom.
• Option 3: It is not related to the idiom and is a misinterpretation.
• Option 4: It is the opposite of the correct meaning of the idiom.