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Discover Ludwig"in a pinch" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
It is used to describe a situation when a person is in a difficult spot and must use something, whether it is a tool, resource, or even a person, that is not usually used in that situation. For example, "If I don't have a hammer handy, I can use a rock in a pinch."
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in a pinch
adverb
In an urgent or difficult situation; when no other solution is available.
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Everybody's in a pinch.
She's tough in a pinch.
In a pinch, a knife will do.
In a pinch, he said, "saliva works".
He'd do in a pinch.
Did they offer leadership in a pinch?
It would do in a pinch.
Pelmeni will always do in a pinch.
In a pinch, though, it beats the alternative.
In a pinch, they can contribute on the court.
I know you'll eat anything in a pinch.
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