Meaning of 'In the hot seat'
What does the saying 'In the hot seat' mean?
Idiom: In the hot seat
Meaning:
If someone's in the hot seat, they are the target for a lot of unwelcome criticism and examination.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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