be pressed for space

To have a small or limited amount of space available. I'd love to squeeze a few more chairs in here so you guys can sit down, but we're just too pressed for space. I'm sorry we can't give you a ride. We're already pressed for space in my tiny car as it is. A: "Mom, we have to get rid of some of these pots and pans." B: "I guess we are a bit pressed for space in the cabinets."

be pressed/pushed for ˈmoney, ˈspace, ˈtime, etc.

have very little money, time, etc: I’ll have to do those letters tomorrow — I’m a bit pressed for time this afternoon. ♢ I’m afraid we’re a bit pushed for space in this office.