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up shit creek (without a paddle)
rude slang In a challenging or troublesome situation, especially one that cannot be easily resolved. I have no savings, so if I get fired from my job, I'll be up shit creek without a paddle. Shouldn't we stop for gas? We'll be up shit creek if the car dies on that desolate road ahead.
up shit creek
in an awkward predicament.up shit creek
verbSee up shit creek without a paddle
up shit creek (without a paddle)
In dire circumstances with no hope of help.