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Definition be in straits in British English

be in straits phrase

phrase
1

to be in a very difficult situation, especially one involving a lack of money

Example

She was in dire straits and couldn't get a loan.

Synonyms and related words
run out of road suffer undergo
Definition be in straits in British English