When the chips are down
When a situation gets very serious and difficult.
“We are living a time when the chips are down.”
“You will see who is a true friend when the chips are down.”
Origin
This idiom originated from the world of gambling. Chips represent the casino currencies which are used in gambling and players put them down and the bet can start. If you lose the bet you also lose the chips.
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Basically, a cup of black tea (Golden Nepal or Assam) would be appreciated since I do not drink coffee.
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