as in predicament
a difficult, puzzling, or embarrassing situation from which there is no easy escape
well, this is a bit of a pickle we've gotten ourselves into
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Recent Examples of pickle
The deal includes promotions for DoorDash users, both at MLP events and at home, including on pickles through grocery delivery.
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Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 3 Apr. 2025
So poor Belinda, who loves her son more than anything in the world, is in a real pickle.
—Judy Berman, Time, 31 Mar. 2025
Who knew chickpeas and pickles make so much sense together?
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Mar. 2025
Pittsburgh's popular pickle-prominent party is returning this year.
—Chrissy Suttles, Axios, 13 Mar. 2025
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Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 3 Apr. 2025
So poor Belinda, who loves her son more than anything in the world, is in a real pickle.
—Judy Berman, Time, 31 Mar. 2025
Who knew chickpeas and pickles make so much sense together?
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Mar. 2025
Pittsburgh's popular pickle-prominent party is returning this year.
—Chrissy Suttles, Axios, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pickle
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California and other states have spent much of the past decade trying to get out of this predicament by undoing single-family zoning laws and streamlining permitting for apartments, backyard cottages and other higher-density housing.—
Conor Dougherty,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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Why Canned Wine? Archer Roose Wines, co-owned by chief creative officer and actress Elizabeth Banks and CEO Marian Leitner-Waldman, started with this predicament in mind.—
Bryce Jones,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Apr. 2025
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By the time France’s Nations League semi-final against Spain comes around in early June, Deschamps will have the usual array of squad composition and team selection dilemmas to contend with.—
Tom Williams,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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But now, Cooper is facing a serious dilemma following his purchase of the mansion.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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One obstacle the Bengals face in their quest for postseason play, however, is the outbreak of injuries that started in spring training and have created a significant hole in their offense.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Apr. 2025
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One interesting depiction of the Last Supper was found above a German coat of arms, which depicted a goblet, a platter, and a round piece of bread with a hole in it, similar to a Jerusalem bagel.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Immigrant advocates say the new demand has put themselves – and their clients – in a bind.—
Henry Gass,
Christian Science Monitor,
11 Apr. 2025
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Just like the first time, Democrats are expected to use amendment votes to put Republicans in a bind on a number of issues.—
Al Weaver,
The Hill,
3 Apr. 2025
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From the murky swamp to the kingdom of Duloc, Shrek has captured hearts with its wit, adventures and hilarious dialogue.—
Jane LaCroix,
People.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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In fact, this is what drawing the swamp actually looks like.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Mar. 2025
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For lunch there are soups, salads, quiches and toasts, such as avocado toast or peanut butter and jam.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
7 Apr. 2025
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After a pair of visits by pitching coach Pete Maki, Alcalde got out of the jam by striking out Yordan Alvarez looking and getting Christian Walker to fly out.—
John Shipley,
Twin Cities,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Pickle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pickle. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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