in dire circumstances
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But even in dire circumstances, we can and should pursue happiness.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 26, 2026
"We're in dire circumstances," said Rogelio de Dean, 45, a priest in El Cobre, whose church also suffered damage.
From Barron's ● Oct. 31, 2025
Leaving a job without a new one in hand is anxiety-inducing, and it’s not something I recommend unless you are in dire circumstances.
From New York Times ● Dec. 22, 2023
If they run out of money, they could end up in dire circumstances as well.
From Slate ● Jun. 30, 2023
The Gran had discovered that she, along with the Stormville and Boggs Ferry Grans, had been hexed to do the Cursed Toads’ bidding in dire circumstances.
From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega
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