Meaning of the word "high and dry" in English
What does "high and dry" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
high and dry
US /haɪ ænd draɪ/
UK /haɪ ænd draɪ/
Idiom
in a difficult situation without help or resources
Example:
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When the company went bankrupt, many employees were left high and dry.
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The sudden cancellation of the project left the team high and dry.
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