Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
up-shit-creek
idiom
/ˌʌp ˈʃɪt ˌkriːk/
Definition
To be in a difficult or unfortunate situation, typically one that is hard to escape from.
Examples
- When the company went bankrupt, he realized he was up-shit-creek without a paddle.
- After missing the deadline, she felt like she was up-shit-creek in her project.
- He forgot his wallet at home, and now he’s up-shit-creek at the restaurant.
Meaning
This phrase conveys being in trouble or facing a challenging scenario without an obvious way out.
Synonyms
- in hot water
- in a bind
- in a jam
