| 单词 | parlous |
| 释义 | parlous (pɑːʳləs ) adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun] If something is in a parlous state, it is in a bad or dangerous condition. [formal] ...the parlous state of our economy. Synonyms: dangerous, difficult, desperate, risky Collocations: parlous state The parlous state of the retail market was actually a benefit. Times, Sunday Times Back then, he says, it was in a parlous state. Times, Sunday Times Instead, the way the move failed reveals much about the parlous state of the clubs under new ownership. Times, Sunday Times Given the parlous state of new-car sales, you may also be able to negotiate one or two extras. Times, Sunday Times Analysts suggested that its stake could be sold, although, given the parlous state of the airline industry, proceeds could be limited. Times, Sunday Times |
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