in a pinch . in a pinch {adv. phr.}, {informal} In an emergency. Dave is a good friend who will always help out in a pinch. Categories: add yours friends {adv. phr.} {informal} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 To section: I Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Discuss