Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
there's the rub
idiom
/ðɛrz ðə rʌb/
Definition
The phrase used to highlight a difficulty or problem in a situation that affects the outcome.
Examples
- He wants to go on vacation, but there’s the rub; he can’t take time off work.
- I’d love to help you with your project, but there’s the rub: I have my own deadlines to meet.
Meaning
The phrase ‘there’s the rub’ refers to the challenge or issue that complicates a situation, often presenting an obstacle to achieving a goal.
Synonyms
- that’s the problem
- the catch
- that’s the trouble
