Idioms

in a pretty pickle

in a pickle

In a troublesome or difficult situation. The adjectives "pretty" and "right" are commonly used before "pickle." Boy, am I in a pickle—I accidentally made plans to meet with two different clients today. We're in a pretty pickle now because the hotel gave our room away. Oh, we're in a pickle, all right! Just how are we going to explain this to the boss without getting fired?
See also: pickle

in a pretty pickle

In a troublesome or difficult situation. Boy, am I in a pretty pickle—I accidentally made plans to meet with two different clients today. We're in a pretty pickle now because the hotel gave our room away. Oh, we're in a pretty pickle, all right! Just how are we going to explain this to the boss without getting fired?
See also: pickle, pretty
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