a rough trot

An especially difficult or turbulent period or series of misfortune(s) or hardship(s). Primarily heard in Australia, New Zealand. It's certainly been a rough trot for the beleaguered celebrity family, as news of yet another scandal started hitting the media outlets this afternoon. I can't believe Jake's wife was diagnosed with cancer. They've really had a rough trot lately, haven't they?

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Gilmore	['gilmɔ:']
Eloise	EL-o-eez, el-o-EEZ	English
Sparrow	SPAR-o	English (Rare)
Ratko	-	Croatian, Serbian
Krastio	-	Bulgarian
Chibueze	-	Western African, Igbo