idiom

caught between two stools

caught between two stools

When someone finds it difficult to choose between two alternatives

Definition

When someone finds it difficult to choose between two alternatives

Examples

  • He was CAUGHT BETWEEN TWO STOOLS trying to decide
  • I feel CAUGHT BETWEEN TWO STOOLS in this situation
  • She's CAUGHT BETWEEN TWO STOOLS

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms:

  • caught in the middle
  • in a dilemma

Antonyms:

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