on the rocks
Example Sentences
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“Vision 2030 was already a bit on the rocks, and they were already changing their priorities,” said Quilliam, referring to the ambitious economic and social change effort.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026
A report from the Geological Survey of Northern Ireland had previously recommended the removal of the coins in order to stop the physical and chemical impact of the metal on the rocks.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
Because their speed and strength depend on the rocks they pass through, they can reveal hidden layers, fractures, and other structures deep below the seafloor.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 18, 2026
Part of the concern came from a Wall Street Journal report that Nvidia’s deal to provide ChatGPT owner OpenAI with up to $100 billion could be on the rocks, given a funding delay.
From Barron's ● Feb. 4, 2026
“It was no more exhausting careering after Jasper on the rocks than it was careering after driftwood on the beach,” I answered.
From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier
