“陷于窘境的”可以用英语表达为 “in a tight spot”（较为口语化）、“in a difficult/predicament situation” 或 “embattled”（强调处于艰难战斗或困境中，程度稍深） 等。具体使用哪个表达取决于语境和想要强调的侧重点：
In a tight spot：常用于口语，表示处于困境、难关中。例如：“He found himself in a tight spot when he lost his job.（他失业后陷入了窘境。）”
In a difficult/predicament situation：更正式的表达，强调处于困难的境地。例如：“The company is in a difficult situation due to the economic downturn.（由于经济下滑，公司陷入了窘境。）” 或 “The team found itself in a predicament after losing key players.（在失去关键球员后，球队陷入了窘境。）”
Embattled：通常用于描述长期或严重的困境，带有一种“战斗中”的意味。例如：“The embattled government is struggling to control the situation.（陷入窘境的政府正努力控制局势。）”