Meaning of the word "fall on hard times" in English
What does "fall on hard times" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
fall on hard times
US /fɔːl ɑːn hɑːrd taɪmz/
UK /fɔːl ɒn hɑːd taɪmz/
Idiom
to experience a period of financial difficulty or bad luck
Example:
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The family fell on hard times after the factory closed down.
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He fell on hard times and had to sell his house.