B1
Idiom
Neutral
Meaning
Having to choose between two unpleasant options.
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Cultural Background
Dutch people appreciate honesty. Admitting you are 'tussen twee vuren' is a socially acceptable way to ask for help or space.
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Use it for pressure
Only use this when you feel pressured by two sides.
Meaning
Having to choose between two unpleasant options.
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Use it for pressure
Only use this when you feel pressured by two sides.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
Ik zit tussen twee ____.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: vuren
The idiom is 'tussen twee vuren zitten'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises
Fill in the missing word.
Fill Blank
A1
Ik zit tussen twee ____.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: vuren
The idiom is 'tussen twee vuren zitten'.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, if both jobs have high pressure and you feel stuck.
Related Phrases
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Tussen de wal en het schip vallen
similarTo fall between the cracks
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