situation
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Despite the "frightening" situation, Marley remained calm and used a mobile phone kept in a waterproof pouch to contact his nan on shore, who called 999.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
A price of around $60-$70 a barrel would keep the situation stable, he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
She also noted that patients experiencing cognitive problems during cancer treatment should consult their healthcare provider before starting any intervention to ensure it is appropriate for their individual situation.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
"As if to say, 'Look at how bad the situation is in Mexico,'" she told a press conference.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
It was a good idea—they were trying to keep people away from what could be a very dangerous situation.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
Vocabulary lists containing situation
The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 8
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The New SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words
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The ACT Reading Test: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 4
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