situation
Example Sentences
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Mr Wadley says the situation is tearing the family apart: ''It's awful.
From BBC
Recent rainfall has eased the situation across much of the country and most areas are no longer in official drought.
From BBC
The hiring of both coordinators was confirmed by someone with knowledge of the situation who spoke on condition of anonymity because the moves have not been announced.
From Los Angeles Times
Patel ordered a fleet of the high-end vehicles for the FBI, “for the purpose of being less conspicuous on his outings,” the report says, citing four anonymous sources familiar with the situation.
From Salon
The situation is a minefield for investors to navigate—but it could be worthwhile to do so.
From Barron's
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.