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on the rocks

In a bad state, particularly of a romantic relationship.
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Joe and Tammy's relationship is on the rocks again.

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Submitted on July 10, 2018

Additional definitions for 'on the rocks':

on the rocksPoured over ice, usually in reference to alcoholic drinks.
On the RocksIn a state of ruin, experiencing failure, bankruptcy
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