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| amer. |
be in dire straits (in a very bad situation that is difficult to fix: These kids are in dire straits, and the schools are doing nothing to help them! Val_Ships) |
| idiom. |
at the end of one's rope (You'd be surprised what people are capable of when they're at the end of their rope Taras) |
| inf. |
be stuck ("Unless you are absolutely stuck, without any options whatsoever, we don't recommend using an emergency cat litter. Cats do not like drastic change and may resist using whatever method you provide." – находитесь в совершенно безвыходном положении и не осталось каких-то других вариантов (litter-boxes.com) ART Vancouver) |
| Makarov. |
be at bay; stand at bay |
