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any port in a stormAn unfavourable option which might well be avoided in good times but which nevertheless looks better than the alternatives at the current time.Rate it:

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fan the flamesTo intensify something; to worsen an already difficult situation or unfavourable set of circumstances.Rate it:

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in a cleft stickIn a difficult situation, unable to choose between unfavourable options; in a dilemma.Rate it:

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augures obnuntiant (consuli) (Phil. 2. 33. 83)the augurs announce an unfavourable sign.Rate it:

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bat on a sticky wicketTo take action in unfavourable conditions.Rate it:

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get intoTo enter an unfavourable state.Rate it:

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go againstTo be unfavourable to someone.Rate it:

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god works in mysterious waysExpressing confidence that a conundrum has a solution despite it not being apparent.Expressing that a seemingly unfortunate or unfavourable situation or change may be beneficial later or in the long run.Person A: It seems that I'm about to be fired from my job.Person B: Well, God works in mysterious ways - maybe it'll be the kick you need to apply to university...Rate it:

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in tanta rerum (temporum) iniquitateunder such unfavourable circumstances.Rate it:

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magistratus vitio creatimagistrates elected irregularly (i.e. either when the auspices have been unfavourable or when some formality has been neglected).Rate it:

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make matters worseTo worsen an already difficult situation or unfavourable set of circumstances, typically by acting rashly, foolishly, or incompetently.Rate it:

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make peaceTo accept something, especially if it is considered unfavourable.Rate it:

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