Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Hot Seat.
Hot Seat - as a noun
An instrument of execution by electrocution; resembles an ordinary seat for one person
Example: "The murderer was sentenced to die in the chair"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chairdeath chairelectric chairA difficult position where you are subjected to stress and criticism
Example Sentences
"He felt like he was in the hot seat when his boss asked him about the missing report."
"The politician was in the hot seat during the heated debate."
"The CEO was in the hot seat, facing tough questions from the board of directors."
"The contestant was sweating in the hot seat as the final question was read out."
"Being in the hot seat, she had to defend her controversial decisions."
