situation
Example Sentences
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"There is no such situation; instead, what we realise is that the country is going further into an abyss."
From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026
Walmart has invested more than $300 million in Eko since 2018, in large part through a joint venture created that year, according to people familiar with the situation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
We talk on the phone most days about the kids, life and whatever absurd situation the world has thrown at us.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
It is hoped pre-Games testing will prevent the cruel situation that Britain's bobsleigh team found themselves in.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
“Trust me, I’m not happy about this situation either, but all of the staff here at the mountain have been deactivated, which means that you are the only option.”
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.