What is Behind The Eight Ball?
1.
In a bad situation, in a losing position.
The phrase comes from pool (or billiards). When the cue (white) ball is behind the eight (black) ball, a player usually has no shot.
I'm really behind the eight ball at work. I have too much work to do but we can't afford to hire anyone to help out.
2.
in an awkward or uncomfortable position
Having accepted two different invitations to dinner Saturday night, Clare found herself behind the eight ball.
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3.
In trouble; make worse
"dude I'm behing the eight ball, can you help me!!!!"
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