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be in dire straits

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be in dire straits
to be in a very difficult or dangerous situation The earthquake and the war will leave the country in dire straits for a long time. They are in dire financial straits.
See also: dire, strait


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``Even though the media companies seem to be in dire straits, they are actually generating free and clear earnings,'' he said.
 
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