caught by the short hairs

The phrase "caught by the short hairs" is an idiomatic expression that means being in a difficult or disadvantageous position, with no escape or options available. It is often used to describe a situation where someone is trapped or controlled by someone else, unable to get out of an unwanted or challenging circumstance. The phrase suggests a feeling of being powerless or at the mercy of another person or situation.


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