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hit the rocks

idiom
Meaning

To reach a low point in one's pursuits.


Examples
SIMPLE

Their relationship hit the rocks after many arguments.

CONTEXTUAL

The company hit the rocks when sales dropped, forcing the manager to cut the budget significantly.

COMPLEX

Despite their initial success, the ambitious project eventually hit the rocks due to poor planning and a lack of clear leadership.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    don't let the door hit you on the way out

    Used as a command to leave in haste, or to indicate that one is glad, or at least unmoved, to see the addressed person leaving.

  2. 02

    fall out of the ugly tree and hit every branch

    To become extremely unattractive.

  3. 03

    hit a lick

    To earn a large sum of money in a short amount of time, usually illegally.

  4. 04

    hit a snag

    To encounter an unexpected problem or delay.

  5. 05

    hit a wall

    To come up against an insurmountable problem.

  6. 06

    hit above one's weight

    Alternative form of punch above one's weight.

  7. 07

    hit and run

    Sexual intercourse followed by a prompt departure; a one-night stand.

  8. 08

    hit below one's weight

    Alternative form of punch below one's weight.

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