to be in a difficult position or disadvantage
estar en una posición difícil o en desventaja
"Without proper funding, the project is behind the eight ball."
"Sin la financiación adecuada, el proyecto está en una posición difícil."
to be honest and kind in feelings and actions
to be under a lot of pressure or stress
after an unpleasant experience, you are careful to avoid it...
the moment when a change becomes unstoppable
to avoid laughing in a funny situation
To lose a lot of money.