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Idiom at a pinch British & Australian, American if something can be done at a pinch, it is possible in an urgent situation but it is difficult.Will's car can take four people comfortably, five at a pinch.
idiomat a pinch BrEBrEin a pinch AmE1 used in order to say that something can be done or used if necessary, though it would not normally be done or used:The large back seat seats three adults very comfortably, or four in a pinch.You could use the basic layouts at a pinch, but if you work on the design you'll get a much more attractive leaflet.2 AmE in a difficult or dangerous situation:Wilcox wants the team to know they can count on him in a pinch.In a pinch, people are less likely to make major purchases, like cars, homes, or major appliances.
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