stuck in the mud
The phrase "stuck in the mud" can describe both a literal and a metaphorical situation where progress is hindered.
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Definition
A2General
(literal)Unable to move because of being physically trapped in mud.
Example
- The car got stuck in the mud after the heavy rain.
- He was stuck in the mud and couldn't get out without help.
B2Metaphorical
(figurative, informal)Unwilling to change or adapt; inflexible or old-fashioned.
Example
- He's so stuck in the mud, he refuses to try any new technology.
- Her stuck-in-the-mud attitude makes it hard for her to accept new ideas.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "stuck in the mud":
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