a bad time

a bad time

1. A time that is inconvenient or inopportune. I'm afraid you've called at a bad time. I'm already on my way out the door.
2. A situation that is particularly painful, difficult, or unenjoyable. If you try to do too much after surgery, you're going to have a bad time. We had a really bad time on our date because we simply don't have anything in common.
See also: bad, time
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

bad time

see under have a good time.
See also: bad, time
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
See also:
  • bad time
  • be pressed for time
  • be pushed for time
  • away from it all
  • a run on (something)
  • be at a disadvantage
  • a rush on (something)
  • at a disadvantage
  • address (one's) comments to (someone or something)
  • address comments or remarks to