Meaning of stormy weather | Babel Free
Definitions
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Used to describe a period of troubles and difficulties, especially in terms of relationships. idiomatic, uncountable
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Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: stormy weather. uncountable
Examples
“But so far the unbounded effrontery of Joseph has pulled him through. However, he has now struck stormy weather, and is likely to have a short and tempestuous passage as Prime Minister.”
“"Never dreamed you two had struck stormy weather, though - what's the trouble?"”
“For if you cannot laugh together, / Look out! You're in for stormy weather.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.