apuro — meaning in English
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English meaning
- hardship noun A period of severe difficulty, suffering, or lack; hard times.
- plight noun A difficult, distressing situation.
- predicament noun A difficult, awkward, or unpleasant situation.
- squeeze verb To press something firmly from two or more sides.
Senses
apuro is used for these senses in English:
- dire straits A difficult position.
- predicament An unfortunate or trying position or condition.
- squeeze (figuratively) A difficult position.
plight — full definition
- noun A difficult, distressing situation.
- verb Archaic: to pledge or promise, especially as part of a marriage vow.
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