get (someone) out of a jam
Meaning(s)
1. save or free somebody from a difficult situation
Popularity
High
Professional
High
Social
How to Memorize
thanks for getting me out of that jam!
Analysis
The expression to get somebody out of a jam means to relieve for free someone from a bad or difficult situation. If somebody is in a jam they are in trouble or in a sticky situation. If you get somebody out of a jam you help them or prevent them from getting into further trouble.
Social Examples (Advance)
- I lent my friend £200 to help him get out of a jam. He's promised to pay me back as soon as he can.
- My car has broken down. If you could come and pick me up you would really be helping me get out of a jam.
Professional Examples (Advance)
- The boss would have fired me if you hadn't stood up for me. Thanks for getting me out of that jam!
- I only got out of the jam I was in by asking some of my co-workers for advice. They really came through for me when I needed them!