Idiom: in a rut

Meaning

Idiom: (stuck) in a rut

Note: A rut is a deep, narrow track in the ground made by the wheels of a vehicle.

— I was in a rut at the gym doing the same cardio exercises but when I added weight training, I really started to lose weight.

— I'm stuck in a rut at this job and need to find something more interesting and challenging.

— You're depressed because you're in a rut. Maybe you should join a club or volunteer somewhere.

— This department is in a rut. Let's get out of the office and do a team building activity.

— My husband's in a rut so I just booked a three-day skiing trip for next week.

— The kids were stuck in a rut playing video game so I signed them up for swim classes.

— If you're in a rut, go see an inspiring movie or go to the theater.

— My girlfriend and I are in a rut just staying at home, so we're driving to the country to go wine tasting tomorrow.