I hate my job but can't quit, as I need the money. I 'm on a sticky wicket.

我讨厌我的工作，但又不能辞职，因为我需要钱。对我来说真是一个艰难的境况。

We're on a sticky wicket with these negotiations they could very well fail.

我们在谈判中已陷入泥淖——很可能失败。