The idiom "on the ropes" has its origins in boxing, where a boxer who is exhausted and has taken many punches may be leaning against the ropes surrounding the ring for support. The phrase now means to be in a difficult or perilous situation, often on the verge of defeat. The phrase is often used to describe a situation where someone is struggling or facing a difficult challenge.

What is the origin of the idiom "on the ropes" and when to use it?

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Definition und Bedeutung von „on the ropes“ im Englischen

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