on the hook

• 非正式表达，指承担责任、义务或对某事负责，常指债务、任务或问题。也可指处于困境或等待的状态。

An informal expression meaning to be responsible, obligated, or liable for something, often a debt, task, or problem. It can also refer to being in a difficult or waiting situation.

1. Responsible or obligatedB2informalamerican

   To be responsible for something, often a debt or a task.

   负责

   • He's on the hook for the entire cost of the repairs.
   • The company is on the hook to deliver the project by Friday.
   • I don't want to be on the hook for his mistakes.

2. Waiting or in a difficult positionB2informalamerican

   To be in a situation where you are waiting for something or are in a difficult position.

   等待中或处境困难

   • She's been on the hook for a promotion for months.
   • The team is on the hook for a decision from the manager.
   • He left me on the hook for the entire evening.