on the rocks
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With the “special relationship” on the rocks, the U.K.’s ties with President Trump now rest on a charm offensive by King George III’s great-great-great-great-great grandson.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 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
JD and Usha Vance can’t escape rumors that their marriage is on the rocks.
From Salon • Nov. 26, 2025
“It’s been four years. We’ve been long-distance for a while. It’s kind of on the rocks, but … we’re still technically together.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 27, 2025
Over on the rocks near Hopkins Marine Station the sea lions barked monotonously.
From "Cannery Row" by John Steinbeck
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