In Financial Straits

C1 16+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of in financial straits

financially struggling
in dire financial circumstances
in a financial bind

Antonyms of in financial straits

prosperous
well-off
financially stable

Collocations of in financial straits

financial difficulties
Frequency: 80 %

The company is facing financial difficulties due to the economic downturn.

financial crisis
Frequency: 75 %

The country is in the midst of a financial crisis that has affected millions of people.

money troubles
Frequency: 70 %

They had to declare bankruptcy because of their money troubles.

cash flow problems
Frequency: 65 %

The small business is struggling with cash flow problems and may have to close down.

economic hardship
Frequency: 60 %

Many families are experiencing economic hardship as a result of the pandemic.

Idiomatic Expressions for in financial straits

  • Phrase: find oneself in financial straits
    Meaning: to unexpectedly be in a difficult financial situation
    Usage: Due to unexpected medical bills, Sarah found herself in financial straits and had to borrow money from her parents.