in trouble

Example Sentences

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This backfired on Vance horribly, kickstarting what is now two years of speculation that his own marriage is in trouble.

From Salon • Jun. 29, 2026

The currency was still in trouble despite the Bank of Japan's decision to hike interest rates Tuesday to their highest since 1995.

From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026

They say, ‘Why would he mention Hannibal Lecter? He must be cognitively in trouble.’

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

It acted as a safety net and kicked in straight away when his heart was in trouble, allowing him to recover much more quickly.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Is that enough of a red flag to get Mom in trouble?

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy