A rough trot Australia noun phrase
A period of hardship and misfortune
John is having a rough trot after he was made redundant.
Getting a construction permit is a rough trot of many real estate corporations because it takes a lot of time, in some circumstances it may last for years.
1. Used when something/someone still remains or stays at a certain place during the storm
2. Used when something/someone endures a period of hardship
Manage to earn enough money to buy food and other essential things
She works two jobs at the same time in order to keep the wolf from the door.