Trouble Idioms
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Meaning: used to describe someone who saves you from a difficult situation
Example: Thank you so much for fixing my flat tire. You are a knight in shining armour. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be in a tough situation with limited options
Example: The company has its back against the wall and if the employees do not help out now, it will be bankrupt soon. Read more ➺
Meaning: to get ready for trouble
Example: The army is wise to batten down the hatches near the border when our neighbouring country seems to be so hostile. Read more ➺
Meaning: to have a good or bad news enlarged by circumstances
Example: The restaurant owners had the best of everything at one point. But you know what they say, when it rains, it pours. Today they are left with absolutely nothing. Read more ➺
if it’s not one thing, it’s the other
Meaning: Expresses frustration when multiple problems occur one after another.
Example: If it's not one thing, it's the other—first the car broke down, now the power’s out. Read more ➺
Meaning: the misfortune which turns out to have advantages
Example: Losing that job turned out to be a blessing in disguise for him as it forced him to plunge into business. Read more ➺
Meaning: To behave in a wild, violent, or uncontrolled way.
Example: The malfunctioning robot ran amuck through the warehouse, damaging expensive equipment. Read more ➺
