| Idiom | at a pinch |
|---|---|
| Definition | if absolutely necessary; with some difficulty |
| Examples | - I could take you took the airport, at a pinch. But I really must be back by 10 o'clock. - At a pinch we could take John as well, but he'll have to sit on your knee. |
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