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(in|into) hot water [frază]

in a situation that has unpleasant consequences for one

Ex: In recent years , comedians have found themselves in hot water for making politically incorrect topics about everything from race to gender .

{one's} [back] (against|to) the wall [frază]

in a situation where one has little choice to do what they want or need to

Ex: We knew that with so little time and money left to finish the project we had our backs to the wall .

[be] (way|) in over {one's} head [frază]

to get involved with something that is too difficult for one to handle or get out of

Ex: Sean tried to pay his gambling debts , but he was in over his head .

behind the eight ball [frază]

in a situation that involves difficulty, particularly one that is worse compared to that of others

Ex: Many families in this country are still behind the eight ball and do not enjoy the same standard of living that other people enjoy .

black hole [substantiv]

gaură neagră

Ex: Her addiction to drugs had become a black hole , consuming her life and preventing her from breaking free .

Dependența ei de droguri devenise o gaură neagră, consumându-i viața și împiedicând-o să se elibereze.

the (odds|cards) [are] stacked against {sb} [Propoziție]

used to denote that someone has little chance of success in a given situation

Ex: I maintain that the defense actually played pretty well in the Super Bowl, especially when you consider how things were stacked against them.

for the best [frază]

used for saying that something is going to be of advantage despite causing difficulty at the moment

Ex: The cast did n't attempt a Spanish accent , which was definitely for the best .

in a (pretty|) pickle [frază]

in a situation that presents a serious problem

Ex: We 're in a pretty pickle now because the hotel gave our room away .

in a (tight|) spot [frază]

in a situation that is difficult to deal with

Ex: The recent strike has put the airline company in a tight spot .

in a tight corner [frază]

in a difficult situation, particularly one that is not easy to deal with or get out of

Ex: He ’s a good man to have around if ever you ’re in a tight corner .

in dire straits [frază]

a situation with a lot of difficulties

Ex: The firm is in dire straits and may go bankrupt .

in the grip of {sth} [frază]

used for saying that someone or something is affected or taken over by a very difficult or undesirable situation

Ex: Lebanon remained in the grip of an intense political crisis .

rabbit hole [substantiv]

gaură de iepure

Ex: Let 's avoid that particular rabbit hole and consider a broader and more unsettling point .

Să evităm acel gaură de iepure anume și să luăm în considerare un punct mai larg și mai tulburător.

through the wringer [frază]

experiencing many difficulties or challenges

Ex: Completing a marathon can put a person through the wringer , testing both physical and mental endurance .

troubled waters [frază]

a situation that is filled with a lot of problems, confusion, or disorganization

Ex: The situation was terrible , but like many politicians he was attracted by troubled waters .

up (a|the) creek (without a paddle|) [frază]

used to convey that one is in a difficult or challenging situation without a clear solution

Ex: Customers feel they have been left up the creek without a paddle by the bank .

when the chips [are] down [frază]

used for referring to the time at which a situation gets really problematic, serious, or challenging

Ex: One day when the chips are down, you will know who your true friends are.

school of hard knocks [frază]

tough, real-life experiences and challenges that one faces in life, often resulting in practical knowledge

Ex: He never went to college but the school of hard knocks made him a shrewd businessman .

in the same boat [frază]

in an unpleasant or difficult situation as same as what another person is experiencing

Ex: Both of us lost our jobs , so we 're in the same boat when it comes to job hunting .

sea legs [substantiv]

picioare de mare

Ex: It took some time , but Jake eventually found his sea legs in his new job and became comfortable with the tasks and responsibilities .

A durat ceva timp, dar Jake și-a găsit în cele din urmă picioarele de mare în noul său loc de muncă și a devenit confortabil cu sarcinile și responsabilitățile.

to [make] a man (out|) of {sb} [frază]

(of a difficult situation) to make a man tougher or more responsible

Ex: A couple of years in the army should make a man of him .

to [fall] to pieces [frază]

to experience a strong emotional or mental struggle, where someone feels overwhelmed, upset, and unable to handle their emotions

Ex: The breakup with his long-term partner caused him to fall to pieces and isolate himself from others .

to [scratch|scrape] a living [frază]

to have or earn just enough money or resources to meet basic needs and survive

Ex: After losing his job , he had to scratch a living by doing odd jobs around the neighborhood .

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