grasp at straws
抓住稻草
口语·描述绝望尝试
英文释义
to make a desperate attempt at finding a solution or understanding, often when there are no real options or possibilities available
例句
He's grasping at straws to save his failing business.
典故来源
源自溺水者抓稻草的比喻，表示绝望中做无用的尝试。