hot seat

Example Sentences

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Investors closely watched Kevin Warsh’s turn in the hot seat before the Senate Banking Committee for signals on how he would act as Fed chair.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Redick, who signed an extension in September that will keep him under contract until 2030, is not on the hot seat, not yet.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Judging by the noise coming out of Hollywood, whoever ends up in the hot seat ought to be relieved not to be caught up in the Warner takeover battle.

From Barron's • Dec. 24, 2025

A fortnight after the Gunners' surprise draw at Sunderland gave their Premier League title rivals new hope, Sunday's resounding win over Tottenham has put them firmly back in the hot seat.

From BBC • Nov. 23, 2025

Gay and Phil would be in the hot seat next.

From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter