plight

Example Sentences

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The plight of Gen X could put strain on their younger Generation Z children, who may be called upon to help support their parents.

From MarketWatch

King Charles remembered the plight of Christians facing persecution around the world, as he attended an atmospheric, candle-lit Advent service at Westminster Abbey.

From BBC

Its plight—as Japan’s No. 3 carmaker—became so dire that the Japanese government last year encouraged a rushed merger with its stronger rival Honda, but the tie-up fell apart.

From The Wall Street Journal

Currently this is not happening consistently, he argues, and while he sympathises with the plight of women facing hazardous routes into Europe "the key is controlled compassion".

From BBC

This is a film designed specifically for moms who need to unwind with a glass of wine or a mug of cocoa during the holidays, accompanied by a movie that understands their plight.

From Salon