have a rough trot

To experience an especially difficult or turbulent period or series of misfortune(s) or hardship(s). Primarily heard in Australia, New Zealand. The beleaguered celebrity family has been having a rough trot in recent months, 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
Halina	hah-LEE-nah	Polish
PhƯỢNg	-	Vietnamese
Lucan	-	History
Pauletta	paw-LET-ə	English
Louisa	[lu:'i:zə]
Alfhild	-	Norwegian, Swedish