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Khó Khăn - Gặp khó khăn

Khám phá cách các thành ngữ tiếng Anh như "through the wringer" và "in a tight corner" liên quan đến việc trải qua khó khăn trong tiếng Anh.

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English idioms related to Difficulty
in hot water
[Cụm từ]

in a situation that has unpleasant consequences for one

Ex: When the truth about his deception came to light, he was in hot water with his friends and family.

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

Ex: After the unexpected accident, they found their backs against the wall, dealing with a crisis that required immediate action.

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

Ex: Accepting the role as team leader felt overwhelming, and she wondered if she was in over her head.

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

Ex: Having to recover from a severe injury put the athlete behind the eight ball in terms of returning to peak performance.
black hole
[Danh từ]

a difficult state or condition that is not easy to escape from

hố đen, vực thẳm

hố đen, vực thẳm

Ex: The never-ending paperwork and bureaucracy in the government agency created a black hole of inefficiency .Giấy tờ và bộ máy hành chính không bao giờ kết thúc trong cơ quan chính phủ đã tạo ra một **lỗ đen** của sự kém hiệu quả.

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

Ex: Being the underdog in the competition, they knew the odds were stacked against them, but they were determined to give their best effort.
for the best
[Cụm từ]

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

Ex: The company's decision to downsize was a tough one, but they believed it was for the best in order to remain competitive.

in a situation that presents a serious problem

Ex: Her habit of procrastination put her in a pickle as she rushed to complete her assignment at the last minute.
in a (tight) spot
[Cụm từ]

in a situation that is difficult to deal with

Ex: Running out of cash during the trip, they were in a spot and had to find an ATM quickly.
in a tight corner
[Cụm từ]

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

Ex: During the negotiation, it became clear that they were in a tight corner, with neither side willing to compromise.
in dire straits
[Cụm từ]

a situation with a lot of difficulties

Ex: When the hurricane hit, the community came together to support those in dire straits.

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

Ex: In the grip of a passionate love affair, she made decisions that she later regretted.
rabbit hole
[Danh từ]

a situation marked by complexity, confusion, or strangeness, which is often difficult to escape from

hang thỏ, mê cung không lối thoát

hang thỏ, mê cung không lối thoát

Ex: After starting the home renovation project , they found themselves going down a rabbit hole of unexpected problems and costs .Sau khi bắt đầu dự án cải tạo nhà, họ thấy mình rơi vào một **lỗ thỏ** của những vấn đề và chi phí không ngờ tới.

experiencing many difficulties or challenges

Ex: Dealing with the loss of a loved one can put you through the wringer emotionally.
troubled waters
[Cụm từ]

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

Ex: When the political scandal came to light, the entire nation was in troubled waters, unsure of what would happen next.

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

Ex: After his car broke down in the middle of nowhere, he was up a creek without a tow truck.

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

Ex: When the chips are down, it's important to stay focused and not let fear or doubt cloud your judgment.

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

Ex: Going through a series of personal struggles and setbacks, he learned some of life's most valuable lessons in the school of hard knocks.
in the same boat
[Cụm từ]

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

Ex: Our team members are all in the same boat, working long hours to meet the project deadline.
sea legs
[Danh từ]

a person's ability to adjust to a new or unfamiliar situation

chân vịt, sự thích nghi

chân vịt, sự thích nghi

Ex: Starting college can be overwhelming , but most students quickly find their sea legs and adjust to the academic demands .Bắt đầu đại học có thể choáng ngợp, nhưng hầu hết sinh viên nhanh chóng **thích nghi** và điều chỉnh theo yêu cầu học tập.

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

Ex: The challenging journey of backpacking through Europe helped make a man of the young traveler.
to fall to pieces
[Cụm từ]

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

Ex: The stress of the job caused him to fall to pieces and have panic attacks.

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

Ex: During the economic downturn, many families had to scrape a living by cutting down on expenses and finding additional sources of income.
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