Come to such a pass
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
Indicates a negative or unwanted situation has developed, often beyond what was expected. 
We've come to such a pass with our project that we might need to start over.
Pro Tip 2/3Critical Point
Used when a situation has reached a critical or decisive stage where action must be taken. 
The company has come to such a pass that only a merger can save it now.
Pro Tip 3/3Past Simple
Commonly used with the past simple tense to talk about a state reached in the past. 
Our friendship came to such a pass that we stopped talking entirely.
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