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ox is in the ditch
Phrase
Southern
US
idiomatic
Japanese Meaning
大問題が発生しており、避けがたい困難や骨の折れる作業が待ち受けている状態を指す。
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(idiomatic, chiefly southern US) This is a big problem; there is unavoidable or demanding work ahead.
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ox is in the ditch
When the last tractor broke down during the storm, everyone agreed the ox is in the ditch and we'd better call for help.
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When the last tractor broke down during the storm, everyone agreed the ox is in the ditch and we'd better call for help.
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