Hobson's choice

noun3

1. •
   A situation where a person is presented with the illusion of a free choice, but in reality there is only one option available: accepting the offer or having nothing at all.

   • A man is said to have Hobsons choice given him, vvhen he must either take vvhat is left him, or choose vvhether he vvill have any part or no. — 1670
2. •
   A choice between several undesirable options; Sophie's choice.
3. •
   (slang) The voice.