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in a pickle

in ah PIK-ul

ɪn ə ˈpɪkəl

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Syllable breakdown

inapickle

Dictionary meaning

In a difficult situation.

Examples

  • Without a backup plan, the team was really in a pickle when the venue cancelled.

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