be in a bad way

be in a bad way

To be suffering or struggling in some way. Ashley has been in a bad way ever since her mother died. Frank's illness has gotten much worse—he's really in a bad way right now.
See also: bad, way
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

be in a bad ˈway

be very ill or in serious trouble: He was attacked in the street last night and he’s in quite a bad way, I understand. ‘I hear the company’s in a bad way.’ ‘Yes, it’s lost a lot of money.’
See also: bad, way
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • a bad press
  • bad press
  • get (the) clearance to have (something)
  • crackhead
  • build a fire under (someone or something)
  • down with (an illness)
  • down with a disease
  • bad rap
  • a bad rap
  • exert