Actually if used figuratively, 'Zugzwang' is used for a situation that forces you to make a decision, but it does not necessarily mean it will be a disadvantage (as it will be in chess). You just cannot not make a move (e.g. just wait for the outcome).
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Date: 2016-03-29 05:18 pm (UTC)