The term 'in a rut' is used to describe a feeling of being STUCK in a situation with no way out. This can be caused by a lack of motivation, boredom, or feeling overwhelmed. The crossword solutions for this term are ENNUI (5 letters), BORED (5 letters), mired (5 letters), STUCK (5 letters), and bogged down (10 letters). ENNUI is a French word meaning a feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction, while BORED means to be uninterested or apathetic. Mired means to be STUCK in a difficult situation, and STUCK means to be unable to move or progress. Finally, bogged down means to be overwhelmed or hindered by a task.