Meaning of the word "a drowning man will clutch at a straw" in English
What does "a drowning man will clutch at a straw" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a drowning man will clutch at a straw
US /ə ˈdraʊ.nɪŋ mæn wɪl klʌtʃ æt ə strɔː/
UK /ə ˈdraʊ.nɪŋ mæn wɪl klʌtʃ æt ə strɔː/
Idiom
someone who is in a very difficult situation will take any available opportunity to improve it, even if it is unlikely to succeed
Example:
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He is trying to save his failing business with a lottery ticket; a drowning man will clutch at a straw.
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Accepting that high-interest loan was a desperate move, but a drowning man will clutch at a straw.