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paint oneself into a corner

Idiom Art

Meaning

to create a situation where one has limited options

Example Sentences

"He painted himself into a corner by promising too much."

Related Expressions

fall back on

to rely on something when the first option fails

broken-hearted

extremely sad about something or someone

get to the point

to focus on the important part of a conversation or issue

at ease

feeling relaxed and comfortable

home sweet home

used to express happiness upon returning home

throw a curveball

to surprise someone with something unexpected