deep trouble

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Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever called energy a “top priority” ahead of the summit, adding that Europe faces deep trouble if the jump in energy prices becomes structural.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Shortly before his job was eliminated, Bryant openly spoke out against the cuts in The Washington Post and Boston Globe, which he said landed him in deep trouble at the Pentagon.

From Salon • Mar. 11, 2026

After the West Indies fought back from deep trouble at 83-7 to post 176-8, Markram and Quinton de Kock put on 95 for the first wicket to set the platform for a thumping victory.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

A second yellow meant a 20-minute red - England were in deep trouble.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

Jenny was sober as she went about her work, and Jethro roamed about the barn and woodlot with deep trouble hounding him.

From "Across Five Aprils" by Irene Hunt