The local authority could find itself in the invidious position of having to refuse.地方当局可能会因为不得不拒绝请求而陷入招人怨恨的境地。

It is invidious to make a selection.进行挑选会招致不满。

The deputies were put in an invidious position.这些代表们陷入了招人怨恨的境地。

Police officers fear invidious comparisons.警察们害怕的是不公正的比较。