on one's knees

Определение и значение слова «on one's knees» на английском языке

on one's knees
01

in a difficult, desperate, or vulnerable situation where help or intervention may be needed

on {one's} knees definition and meaning
DisapprovingDisapproving
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The company was on its knees after the market crash, struggling to stay afloat.
02

В позе или манере мольбы или смиренной мольбы

in a weakened state and in desperate need of help
on {one's} knees definition and meaning
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She was on her knees, pleading for forgiveness after her mistake.
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