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Meaning of the word "in dire straits" in English

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in dire straits

US /ɪn daɪər streɪts/
UK /ɪn daɪər streɪts/
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Idiom

1.

in a very bad or difficult situation

Example:
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After losing his job, he found himself in dire straits.
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The company is in dire straits and might have to close down.
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