Noun
in difficulties (uncountable)
Having many problems
Never trust the advice of a man in difficulties. Aesop
There is some lack either of sense or of character in one who becomes involved in difficulties with the worthless or the vicious. John Lancaster Spalding
Remember to keep a calm mind in difficulties. Latin Proverb
Appointments by influence were common in the navy at this time, but the significance of Beatty's choice lay in Seymour's relative inexperience as a signals officer, which later resulted in difficulties in battle. Source: Internet
Damage to this nerve may result in difficulties swallowing. Source: Internet
However, the 79-year-old author of some six books, is now in difficulties, both with his health and financially. Source: Internet