at a low ebb

Related to word: ebb

Idiom

Definition

  1. in a state of weakness, decline, or depression.

    处于低潮;处于衰退的状态

    • During the economic recession, the profits of many businesses were at a low ebb.

      在经济衰退期间,许多企业的利润都处于低潮。

    • Ever since losing his job, he feels his life has been at a low ebb.

      自从失业后,他觉得自己的人生一直处于低潮。

    • After a series of setbacks, her confidence is currently at a low ebb.

      在一连串的挫折之后,她目前的自信心处于低潮。