What is another word for worms one way out of?
Pronunciation: [wˈɜːmz wˈɒn wˈe͡ɪ ˌa͡ʊtəv] (IPA) 
When we say that there are "worms one way out of" a situation, we mean that there are limited options or solutions available. However, there are a variety of synonyms that can be used to convey this same idea.
For example, one might say that there are "dead ends" or "no escape routes" from a particular predicament. Others might describe the situation as being a "closed door" or a "catch-22." Still other synonyms for "worms one way out of" might include "rock and a hard place," "between a rock and a hard place," or "stuck between a rock and a hard place." Ultimately, these phrases all convey the same essential idea: there are few viable options or ways forward.
