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In a difficult situation (11)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

beleaguered

(Other definitions for beleaguered that I've seen before include "Beset by enemy forces (or by troubles!)" , "in trouble" , "In a difficult situation -- under siege" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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