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Definitions from Wiktionary (Dire straights)

▸ noun:  Misspelling of dire straits. [A difficult position.]

Similar:
dictat, dilemna, seiges, gitarrist, parieties, misturn, interprete, misses, pliars, adress, more...

Opposite:
prosperity, abundance, plenty, success, wealth

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Similar:
dictat, dilemna, seiges, gitarrist, parieties, misturn, interprete, misses, pliars, adress, more...

Opposite:
prosperity, abundance, plenty, success, wealth



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