as in predicament
a difficult, puzzling, or embarrassing situation from which there is no easy escape
well, this is a bit of a pickle we've gotten ourselves into
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Recent Examples of pickle
Zoom in: The frozen version of Kim's pickle pie was a clear winner.
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Kyle Stokes, Axios, 25 Mar. 2025
The meat had crispy edges and pickles added a perfect tang.
—Brianna Taylor, Sacramento Bee, 14 Mar. 2025
More: Government shutdown blame game: Why Schumer, Senate Democrats are in a pickle
Plans for massive government layoffs due today
Thursday is the deadline for federal agencies and departments to give the Trump administration their plans for large-scale layoffs.
—John Bacon, USA TODAY, 13 Mar. 2025
The sammy was a flavorful surprise, with a noticeably strong pickle and a soft pretzel bun.
—Erin Alberty, Axios, 25 Mar. 2025
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Kyle Stokes, Axios, 25 Mar. 2025
The meat had crispy edges and pickles added a perfect tang.
—Brianna Taylor, Sacramento Bee, 14 Mar. 2025
More: Government shutdown blame game: Why Schumer, Senate Democrats are in a pickle
Plans for massive government layoffs due today
Thursday is the deadline for federal agencies and departments to give the Trump administration their plans for large-scale layoffs.
—John Bacon, USA TODAY, 13 Mar. 2025
The sammy was a flavorful surprise, with a noticeably strong pickle and a soft pretzel bun.
—Erin Alberty, Axios, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pickle
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In fact, Luton are only four points behind Stoke City, yet another top-flight old boy, in 18th place, so there is a path out of this predicament.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
2 Apr. 2025
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The predicament got even worse the following day, when Perez’s RB16 stopped on the formation lap and he was forced to start from the pit-lane.—
Dan Cancian,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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The Role of Blockchain Technology and AI This ethical and creative dilemma could find a promising resolution through blockchain technology.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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The frustrated bride shared her story on Reddit, detailing her dilemma in a March 22 post on a forum dedicated to wedding planning — and asking for any advice about how to proceed.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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This is a good thing, as a percentage of nylon, spandex, or polyester can help with shape retention and prevent holes from developing.—
Maggie Slepian,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Apr. 2025
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Their current stairs are in poor condition, with layers of plywood covering holes and structural issues.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
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That decision put Virginia’s royal governor, Lord Dunmore, in a bind.—
Andrew Lawler,
Smithsonian Magazine,
2 Apr. 2025
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The White House’s actions have put the association in a bind.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2025
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Search and recovery efforts continue for the fourth U.S. Army soldier who went missing in Lithuania last week when a U.S. armored vehicle was submerged in a swamp during a training mission.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
1 Apr. 2025
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The fourth and final missing U.S. soldier whose armored vehicle sank in a swamp in Lithuania last week was found deceased Tuesday.—
Greg Norman,
FOXNews.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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For lunch there are soups, salads, quiches and toasts, such as avocado toast or peanut butter and jam.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
7 Apr. 2025
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After a pair of visits by pitching coach Pete Maki, Alcalde got out of the jam by striking out Yordan Alvarez looking and getting Christian Walker to fly out.—
John Shipley,
Twin Cities,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Pickle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pickle. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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