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Idioms (6)

on the spot
CEFR B1

immediately and at the place where something happens

Informal
crunch time
CEFR B2

the final, high-pressure period before a deadline

Informal
back against the wall
CEFR B1

in a desperate situation with few options left

Informal
cool as a cucumber
CEFR B2

very calm and composed, especially under pressure

Informal
race against time
CEFR B2

a desperate hurry to finish before a deadline

Neutral
under fire
CEFR B2

being strongly criticized or attacked

Neutral