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Definition be caught short in American English

be caught short phrase

phrase
1

to have less money than you need in a particular situation

Example

I was caught short at lunch and had to borrow $10 from Joe.

2

to feel an urgent need to go to the toilet

Synonyms and related words
be caught short bedwetting bowel movement
Definition be caught short in American English