with its back against the wall

with its back against the wall
with (your/its) back against the wall in a serious situation with few ways to react to it.

Many of these schools find themselves with their backs against the wall, and unless they get more funding, they'll have to fire some teachers.

Usage notes: sometimes used in the form have your/its back against the wall:

The Mexican team has its back against the wall and must win tonight's game.


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