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on the rocks

Idiom Relationships

Meaning

in trouble or likely to fail (especially a relationship or marriage)

Example Sentences

"Their marriage is on the rocks after constant arguments."

Related Expressions

keep your eyes on the prize

to stay focused on your goal despite difficulties

put heads together

to work together to solve a problem

not the sharpest tool in the shed

not very intelligent

drop a bombshell

to announce something shocking or unexpected

clear the air

to remove tension or misunderstanding by talking openly

batten down

to secure something tightly in preparation for trouble