have a bad time of it
Synonym of have a rough time of it.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“He is having a bad time of it at his new job.”
“Since her car broke down and she lost her keys, she is really having a bad time of it today.”
“After the sudden loss of his business, he had a bad time of it for several months while trying to rebuild his life.”
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a week is a long time in politics
In politics, much change can occur in a short space of time.
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about time
Far past the desired time.
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any time now
Very soon.
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any time soon
soon
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bad actor
An individual or entity with a prior criminal conviction, or who has been sanctioned by the court or regulator.
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bad apple
A person who is not wholesome, honest, or trustworthy, especially one who has an adverse influence on others.
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bad books
Disfavor.
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bad business
Synonym of bad news (“irritating, troublesome or harmful thing, situation or person”).
Last updated August 10, 2026