“High and dry”

Definition

Left without help or support.

Examples

Examples

“The cancellation left us high and dry.”

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What does "High and dry" mean?
"High and dry" means left without help or support..
How do you use "High and dry" in a sentence?
Example: "The cancellation left us high and dry."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "High and dry"?
Оставленный без помощи или поддержки. / Թողնված առանց օգնության կամ աջակցության։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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