at his wits end

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Term: At his wits end

Meaning: To be extremely frustrated or perplexed, usually due to being unable to find a solution or way out of a difficult situation.

Sample sentences:

After trying to fix his car for hours, he was at his wits end and decided to call a mechanic.
The mother was at her wits end, unable to calm her crying baby.
Having lost his job and unable to pay his bills, John was at his wits end.
With the deadline approaching and no progress, the team was at their wits end, not knowing how to complete the project.
Studying for the challenging exam left him at his wits end, feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what to focus on.

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