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A Bounty of November Vocabulary: In a Pickle: Vocab for National Pickle Day, November 14

When you’ve painted yourself in a corner, stirred up a hornet’s nest, or put yourself between a rock and a hard place, perhaps the best thing to do is talk about it, and that’s why there are so many expressions for being in a pickle. Whether you're up a creek without a paddle or just want to be prepared for future predicaments, these words will have you covered.

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Celebrate National Pickle Day the Wordy Way
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