Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
The office management was in dire straits after the financial crash.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. In a very bad situation.
- In the context provided, "dire straits" refers to being in a very bad situation or experiencing extreme difficulty or hardship.
- In the sentence given, the office management is facing significant challenges or hardship following the financial crash.