Smack-bang in the middle phrase
In the middle or central part
This building was smack-bang in the middle of the city.
He punched me smack-bang in the middle of my face.
To be in a difficult situation as a result of being caught between two opposing people or organizations.
The origin of this expression is not clear.
Suggest someone or oneself for consideration in a selection, such as a competition, application pool, election, etc.
Kamala Harris is expected to put her name on the hat for the US president.