to be in a difficult position or disadvantage
困難な状況または不利な状態にあること
"Without proper funding, the project is behind the eight ball."
"適切な資金がなければ、プロジェクトは困難な状況にあります。"
to continue to hope or work toward a goal even after setback...
to stay updated or adapt to modern trends
to hear gossip or rumor indirectly
before the expected or planned time
very angry
to wait patiently for the right moment
