at a pinch

  1. 必要时, 如果有必要
    • At a pinch it can be used as a weapon.
      必要时可以把它当作武器。

网络词典

at a pinch

英 əˈtæn kɪn 美 əˈtæn kin
短语 中文翻译:手头紧
同义词: ['on short supply', 'in a pinch']

例句:

  1. 1.We'll need to make some adjustments if we're going to be at a pinch for time.
    如果我们要赶时间,就需要做一些调整。
  2. 2. He was at a pinch for cash when he decided to buy the car.
    他急需现金时决定买那辆车。
  3. 3. I'm at a pinch with my budget, but I think I can manage it.
    我的预算很紧张,但我相信我能应付。