port

Related to port: port wine, Port authority

any port in a storm

Any solution, however unappealing, is acceptable in times of trouble. This originated as a nautical phrase. I don't really like Meg, but I had to ask her for help because she was the only one still in the office last night when my computer crashed. Any port in a storm, I guess.

See also: any, port, storm

at the high port

1. In the military, holding one's rifle in a ready position above the head to allow for a run or charge. Leaping out of the transport, guns held at the high port, we ran across enemy fire to a makeshift shelter.

2. Of an object, held in a position of readiness or immediate action. The students held their pens at the high port, waiting for the instructor to signal them to begin the exam.

3. At an upturned and conspicuous angle or position. I'm having such a bad hair day, it's been at the high port since I woke up.

4. Immediately; at a moment's notice; without hesitation. I like to keep a suitcase packed so I am always ready to travel at the high port.

first port of call

The first place where one stops to visit, accomplish something, or begin a process. Taken from nautical terminology, referring to the first port that a seafaring vessel calls in to at the beginning of a voyage. The president's first port of call on his re-election campaign will be his hometown. If your passport is lost while traveling abroad, your first port of call should be your home country's consulate or embassy. Paris will be our first port of call on our trip through Europe.

port in a/the storm

A person, group, or place where one can find comfort, refuge, or help during particularly difficult or trying times. The related phrase "any port in a storm" implies choosing any solution in times of trouble, even if it is unappealing. I've always felt like my local bar has been a port in a storm whenever things have been tough in my life. The country was a true port for citizens of the neighboring country fleeing the civil war.

port of call

1. A port visited by a ship among others on a voyage. The sailors were thrilled to finally see a port of call after months at sea.

2. A short stop during a trip or journey. Harold's first port of call on his trip across Europe was Paris.

any port in a storm

Fig. when one is having serious trouble, one must accept any solution, whether one likes the solution or not. I don't want to live with my parents, but it's a case of any port in a storm. I can't find an apartment I can afford. He hates his job, but he can't get another. Any port in a storm, you know.

See also: any, port, storm

McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

any port in a storm

Any solution to a difficult situation (is better than none), as in John's plan isn't ideal, but any port in a storm. This metaphor was first recorded in 1749.

See also: any, port, storm

The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

a port in a storm

You can call a person, place, or organization where you can get help in a difficult situation a port in a storm. She regarded him more as a port in a storm than a partner to her. Real estate is often a port in a storm for investors. Note: You say any port in a storm when you are in a position where you have to accept help from anyone who will give it to you, even if it is from someone who you do not like or approve of. `She was a monster,' he says, `but sometimes it's a case of any port in a storm, you know what I mean?'

any port in a storm

in adverse circumstances any source of relief or escape is welcome.

Literally, this expression applies to a ship seeking shelter from rough weather; it has been in use as a proverb from at least the mid 18th century.

See also: any, port, storm

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

any port in a ˈstorm

(saying) when you are in trouble you will accept help, etc. that would be unacceptable otherwise: When he went to work there he had been unemployed for a year. It was a case of any port in a storm.

See also: any, port, storm

a ˌport of ˈcall

(informal) a place where you go or stop for a short time, especially when you are going to several places: Our first port of call this morning is the bank.

These two idioms refer to ports where ships stop for a short time during a voyage.

any port in a storm

Any relief is welcome when one is in great difficulties. The phrase appears in an eighteenth-century play by James Cobb and in Fanny Hill (1759), by John Cleland, where it is suggested that it was already common.

See also: any, port, storm

The Dictionary of Clichés by Christine Ammer

any port in a storm

Assistance or refuge in a predicament especially an unpalatable one. The metaphor is of sailors happy for any place of safety whatsoever when dangerous weather comes up.

See also: any, port, storm

Endangered Phrases by Steven D. Price

See also:

any port in a storm
hatch
batten down the hatches
batten down the hatches, to
be at the helm
helm
at the helm
at the helm/tiller
the horns of a dilemma
dilemma

References in periodicals archive

He said the Onitsha River Port, recently constructed by the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), is not functional because of bad roads.

Terminal Operators Fault Congestion Claims At Lagos Seaports

Located on the southeastern coast of the Black Sea, Batumi Sea Trade Port has been operating as a subsidiary of KazMunaiGas Exploration and Production JSC since 2008.

Cargo transportation to Azerbaijan via Georgia's Batumi port revealed

'With the development of port superstructure and the cost-efficient delivery of electric services, we hope to be able to help Iloilo in attaining its full potential,' Razon said.

ICTSI offers to develop 2 Iloilo ports for P5 billion

last month offered to rehabilitate and improve the General Santos Port. PPA general manager Jay Daniel Santiago earlier said the agency would only be entertaining unsolicited proposals for ports classified as Tiers 1 and 2.

ICTSI bids P5 billion for 2 Iloilo ports

"At KPA, we have key areas of preferences beginning with governance which is aligned well with Vision 2030.EFFICIENCYThe second area is operational efficiency and in the last two months, Mombasa port has broken four world records in cargo handling.

Mombasa port intends to handle two million containers

Her emphasis on hub port cities in Southeast and East Asia is understandable, given the attention that these have gained in recent years, but it neglects South Asian and smaller port cities, which are as essential to theorizing for the entire region's port cities.

Asian Port Cities: Uniting Lands and Water Worlds

With the establishment of Fujairah Terminals, Abu Dhabi Ports can exclusively enhance existing infrastructure, and can manage all container, general cargo, ro-ro and cruise ships in the port.

Abu Dhabi Ports to develop and manage new port in Fujairah

The agreement also includes deepening of berths to enable the Port, which already serves clients and companies in the entire Gulf Region, Indian Ocean and Indian Subcontinent, to cater to larger vessels.

Abu Dhabi Ports and Port of Fujairah ink 35-year contract

The committee observed that it should be our collective responsibility to ensure that all the basic services and tax policies that are required to make a port fully functional were provided.

Gwadar Port crucial for country's fast economic development: Chairman NA panel

Under their partnership, both parties will share general information, policies and best practices on port planning and building, port management and operations, information technology, personnel training, environmental protection measures, port safety and security, supply chain logistics, cruise tourism, among others.

Port of San Francisco and PPA renew sister port agreement

Abu Dhabi Ports' flagship is Khalifa Port in the emirate's north towards the Dubai border.

Abu Dhabi Ports forecasts 17% annual cargo growth

The Authority said in its report on the occasion of the Kingdom's National Day 84 that the ports include Jeddah Islamic Port, King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam, King Fahd Industrial Port in Jubail, King Fahd Industrial Port in Yanbu, Jubail Commercial Port, Yanbu Commercial Port, Jazan Port, Dhiba Port, and Ras Al-Khair Port.

Saudi Ports Authority: ports' capacity amounts to 532 million tons per year

"India's port infrastructure is over stretched and there is a berthing delay of several days in the major ports.

Lack of Infrastructure And Congestion In Indian Ports Affect Exports

ESSAR Ports Ltd, one of the largest private sector port companies in the country, on Wednesday said Port of Antwerp International ( PAI) in Belgium has invested about ` 175 crore in the firm for creation of a longterm strategic alliance.

Essar Ports in ` 175- cr alliance with PAI

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I like to keep a suitcase packed so I am always ready to travel at the high port. See also: high, port first port of call The first place where one stops to visit, accomplish something, or begin a process. Taken from nautical terminology, referring to the first port that a seafaring vessel calls in to at the beginning of a voyage. The president's first port of call on his re-election campaign will be his hometown. If your passport is lost while traveling abroad, your first port of call should be your home country's consulate or embassy. Paris will be our first port of call on our trip through Europe. See also: call, first, of, port port in a/the storm A person, group, or place where one can find comfort, refuge, or help during particularly difficult or trying times. The related phrase "any port in a storm" implies choosing any solution in times of trouble, even if it is unappealing. I've always felt like my local bar has been a port in a storm whenever things have been tough in my life. The country was a true port for citizens of the neighboring country fleeing the civil war. See also: port, storm port of call 1. A port visited by a ship among others on a voyage. The sailors were thrilled to finally see a port of call after months at sea. 2. A short stop during a trip or journey. Harold's first port of call on his trip across Europe was Paris. See also: call, of, port Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. any port in a storm Fig. when one is having serious trouble, one must accept any solution, whether one likes the solution or not. I don't want to live with my parents, but it's a case of any port in a storm. I can't find an apartment I can afford. He hates his job, but he can't get another. Any port in a storm, you know. See also: any, port, storm McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. any port in a storm Any solution to a difficult situation (is better than none), as in John's plan isn't ideal, but any port in a storm. This metaphor was first recorded in 1749. See also: any, port, storm The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. a port in a storm You can call a person, place, or organization where you can get help in a difficult situation a port in a storm. She regarded him more as a port in a storm than a partner to her. Real estate is often a port in a storm for investors. Note: You say any port in a storm when you are in a position where you have to accept help from anyone who will give it to you, even if it is from someone who you do not like or approve of. `She was a monster,' he says, `but sometimes it's a case of any port in a storm, you know what I mean?' See also: port, storm Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. any port in a storm in adverse circumstances any source of relief or escape is welcome. Literally, this expression applies to a ship seeking shelter from rough weather; it has been in use as a proverb from at least the mid 18th century. See also: any, port, storm Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary any port in a ˈstorm (saying) when you are in trouble you will accept help, etc. that would be unacceptable otherwise: When he went to work there he had been unemployed for a year. It was a case of any port in a storm. See also: any, port, storm a ˌport of ˈcall (informal) a place where you go or stop for a short time, especially when you are going to several places: Our first port of call this morning is the bank. These two idioms refer to ports where ships stop for a short time during a voyage. See also: call, of, port Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary any port in a storm Any relief is welcome when one is in great difficulties. The phrase appears in an eighteenth-century play by James Cobb and in Fanny Hill (1759), by John Cleland, where it is suggested that it was already common. See also: any, port, storm The Dictionary of Clichés by Christine Ammer any port in a storm Assistance or refuge in a predicament especially an unpalatable one. The metaphor is of sailors happy for any place of safety whatsoever when dangerous weather comes up. See also: any, port, storm Endangered Phrases by Steven D. Price See also: any port in a storm hatch batten down the hatches batten down the hatches, to be at the helm helm at the helm at the helm/tiller the horns of a dilemma dilemma References in periodicals archive He said the Onitsha River Port, recently constructed by the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), is not functional because of bad roads. Terminal Operators Fault Congestion Claims At Lagos Seaports Located on the southeastern coast of the Black Sea, Batumi Sea Trade Port has been operating as a subsidiary of KazMunaiGas Exploration and Production JSC since 2008. Cargo transportation to Azerbaijan via Georgia's Batumi port revealed 'With the development of port superstructure and the cost-efficient delivery of electric services, we hope to be able to help Iloilo in attaining its full potential,' Razon said. ICTSI offers to develop 2 Iloilo ports for P5 billion last month offered to rehabilitate and improve the General Santos Port. PPA general manager Jay Daniel Santiago earlier said the agency would only be entertaining unsolicited proposals for ports classified as Tiers 1 and 2. ICTSI bids P5 billion for 2 Iloilo ports "At KPA, we have key areas of preferences beginning with governance which is aligned well with Vision 2030.EFFICIENCYThe second area is operational efficiency and in the last two months, Mombasa port has broken four world records in cargo handling. Mombasa port intends to handle two million containers Her emphasis on hub port cities in Southeast and East Asia is understandable, given the attention that these have gained in recent years, but it neglects South Asian and smaller port cities, which are as essential to theorizing for the entire region's port cities. Asian Port Cities: Uniting Lands and Water Worlds With the establishment of Fujairah Terminals, Abu Dhabi Ports can exclusively enhance existing infrastructure, and can manage all container, general cargo, ro-ro and cruise ships in the port. Abu Dhabi Ports to develop and manage new port in Fujairah The agreement also includes deepening of berths to enable the Port, which already serves clients and companies in the entire Gulf Region, Indian Ocean and Indian Subcontinent, to cater to larger vessels. Abu Dhabi Ports and Port of Fujairah ink 35-year contract The committee observed that it should be our collective responsibility to ensure that all the basic services and tax policies that are required to make a port fully functional were provided. Gwadar Port crucial for country's fast economic development: Chairman NA panel Under their partnership, both parties will share general information, policies and best practices on port planning and building, port management and operations, information technology, personnel training, environmental protection measures, port safety and security, supply chain logistics, cruise tourism, among others. Port of San Francisco and PPA renew sister port agreement Abu Dhabi Ports' flagship is Khalifa Port in the emirate's north towards the Dubai border. Abu Dhabi Ports forecasts 17% annual cargo growth The Authority said in its report on the occasion of the Kingdom's National Day 84 that the ports include Jeddah Islamic Port, King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam, King Fahd Industrial Port in Jubail, King Fahd Industrial Port in Yanbu, Jubail Commercial Port, Yanbu Commercial Port, Jazan Port, Dhiba Port, and Ras Al-Khair Port. Saudi Ports Authority: ports' capacity amounts to 532 million tons per year "India's port infrastructure is over stretched and there is a berthing delay of several days in the major ports. Lack of Infrastructure And Congestion In Indian Ports Affect Exports ESSAR Ports Ltd, one of the largest private sector port companies in the country, on Wednesday said Port of Antwerp International ( PAI) in Belgium has invested about ` 175 crore in the firm for creation of a longterm strategic alliance. Essar Ports in ` 175- cr alliance with PAI
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