Meanings
Between two dangers.
Example Sentences
1
As a student, I often find myself torn between Scylla and Charybdis, with the pressure to succeed on one side and the desire to have a social life on the other.
2
The politician had to navigate the treacherous waters between Scylla and Charybdis, trying to please both the environmentalists and the business community.
3
The company is caught between Scylla and Charybdis, struggling to choose between laying off employees or declaring bankruptcy.
4
The parents were stuck between Scylla and Charybdis when deciding whether to allow their teenage daughter to go to a party or enforce her curfew.
5
The team captain found himself between Scylla and Charybdis, torn between pushing his teammates harder during practice or maintaining a positive atmosphere.
