in straitened circumstances

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Adjective in straitened circumstances has 1 sense

hard up, impecunious, in straitened circumstances, penniless, penurious, pinched - not having enough money to pay for necessities
Antonym: rich (indirect, via poor)

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Term: in straitened circumstances

Description:

The term "in straitened circumstances" refers to a situation where someone is experiencing severe financial difficulties or hardships. It implies that the person is struggling to make ends meet and facing a constrained or limited economic situation.

Sample Sentences:

Despite having a stable job, Sarah found herself in straitened circumstances after her husband lost his job.
John had to sell his car and move into a smaller apartment due to being in straitened circumstances.
The economic crisis left many families in straitened circumstances, unable to afford basic necessities.

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