He is having a poor time of it since losing his job.
have a poor time of it
idiomSynonym of have a rough time of it (especially financially)
With the business failing and bills piling up, the family is clearly having a poor time of it this year.
Despite his outward composure, those closest to him knew he was having a poor time of it while struggling to manage his mounting debts alone.
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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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better luck next time
Used to wish somebody hope in future success after a failure.
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bide one's time
To wait, especially for a suitable opportunity.
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borrowed time
A period of time whose precise duration is not known but which can be expected to be quite limited, and at the end of which one's situation, benefits, or opportunities will be entirely terminated.
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burn time
To waste time unnecessarily.