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situation

[sich-oo-ey-shuhn] / ˌsɪtʃ uˈeɪ ʃən /




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That is another sub-plot to the selection situation, and there is no obvious answer to who will get the nod.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

In the meantime, Smith could catch in an emergency situation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

SpaceX is in a similar situation, although investors aren’t as dismissive of its main revenue engine: the connectivity business.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Anselme Shima, originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo, and who has lived in Northern Ireland since 2013, called the situation "terrifying".

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

I had no idea how I could possibly help someone in her situation, but I wanted to make it clear that I would if I could.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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