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over a barrel |
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over a barrel in a situation in which someone has no choice about what to do. The software company has you over a barrel – if you don't accept the license, you can't use the software. Usage notes: usually used with have, as in the example Etymology: based on the idea of making someone lie on a barrel (= a large, curved container) so they will be unable to move freely How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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