on one's knees
01
절박한 상황에 있는, 무너질 지경인
in a difficult, desperate, or vulnerable situation where help or intervention may be needed
disapproving
idiom
예시들
The company was on its knees after the market crash, struggling to stay afloat.
새 투자자가 오기 전 회사는 절박한 상황이었다.
02
in a weakened state and in desperate need of help
idiom
예시들
She was on her knees, pleading for forgiveness after her mistake.
