English / idiom
In a Pinch
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Usable or helpful if absolutely necessary in an emergency, though not ideal
In context
01
This compact solar power bank can recharge your smartphone in a pinch.
02
In a pinch, your phone camera works well enough to digitize paper receipts.
Synonyms
in an emergency,if necessary,at a pinch
Antonyms
in ideal conditions,by preference,under standard circumstances
Collocations
serve in a pinch,work in a pinch,useful in a pinch