tied in knots

== English == === Alternative forms === tied up in knots === Adjective === tied in knots (comparative more tied in knots, superlative most tied in knots) (idiomatic) In a state of confusion; in a difficult situation, in a bind. Synonyms: see Thesaurus:in trouble (idiomatic) Worried, anxious, upset. Synonyms: see Thesaurus:nervous ==== Related terms ==== === Verb === tied in knots simple past and past participle of tie in knots