dire straits
Example Sentences
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But he does stress that the smallest seed of hope is what allows us to maintain our humanity, compassion and desire for companionship, even in the most dire straits.
From Salon ● Aug. 24, 2026
Getting to see one is a special occasion, he said, especially given the dire straits the fish are in worldwide.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 15, 2026
After a long career as a college professor in Camagüey, Maria Antonia Borroto didn’t think she would ever be in such dire straits.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
Remember when we all believed that the market would be in dire straits if the megacap tech stocks had a wobble?
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 26, 2026
I tell you, if you were in such dire straits as I was, you too would elevate your thoughts.
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
