go through a rough patch
go through a rough patch
also go through a bad / difficult / sticky patch
Meaning
- to experience a lot of problems in a period of life
- be in the middle of a period of trouble
- experience a difficult or unpleasant period of time
- to face a lot of hardships during a period of time
Example Sentences
- They have usually been very supportive of each other, but right now, their marriage is going through a bit of a rough patch.
- Steve has been going through a rough patch lately – he has lost his job and his wife wants a divorce.
- All relationships go through a rough patch at some point or the other. The key is to work together to resolve the issues and not blame each other for what's gone wrong.
- They are going through a bit of a rough patch at the moment, but I am sure they will get over it soon and work out a way to settle their differences.
- Their marriage went through a rough patch when he quit his job to try his hand at something new, but now, they love each other more than ever.
- Every now and then they go through a rough patch, but they manage to come out of it stronger every time.
Origin
The origin of the phrase is not known.