under the gun
The phrase "under the gun" is often used to describe situations involving intense pressure or urgency, and it also has a specific meaning in poker terminology.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)Experiencing intense pressure or stress, often due to a tight deadline or urgent situation.
Example
- She was under the gun to complete the report by the end of the day.
C1Poker
(technical)The position immediately to the left of the big blind, where the player must act first before the flop.
Example
- Being under the gun, he decided to play conservatively.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "under the gun":
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