Definition
Describes a relationship, plan, or endeavor that is likely to fail or end soon.
渴临失败
Ever since they started arguing frequently, their relationship has been on the rocks.
自从他们开始频繁争吵后，他们的关系就岌岌可危了。
After facing multiple delays and budget overruns, the future of the project is on the rocks.
在面临多次延误和预算超支后，这个项目的未来岌岌可危。
The company's finances are on the rocks after a sharp drop in sales.
由于销售额急剧下降，公司的财务状况岌岌可危。
Refers to a drink that is served with ice cubes.
指在饮品中加入冰块。
He likes to have a bourbon on the rocks in the evening.
他喜欢在晚上喝一杯加冰块的波本威士忌。
I usually order a tequila on the rocks with a lime wedge.
我通常会点一杯加冰块的龙舌兰酒，配上一片青柠。
She asked for a vodka on the rocks with a splash of cranberry juice.
她点了一杯加冰块的伏特加，并加了一点蔓越莓汁。