hit rock bottom
Example Sentences
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"To some degree, you have to hit rock bottom to learn," he told BBC Sport.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Volumes in the freight industry haven’t recovered yet, but the economics of delivery might just have hit rock bottom, with major shippers turning away volume.
From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026
When he woke up outside on a stranger’s futon with no money to his name, he knew he’d hit rock bottom.
From Slate • Feb. 2, 2026
Once he joined the Dodgers this year, Sasaki hit rock bottom.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 12, 2025
Whenever we hit rock bottom, Elisabet somehow discovers a little cash in her purse.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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