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[sich-oo-ey-shuhn] / ˌsɪtʃ uˈeɪ ʃən /




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In other words, given the emergency nature of the situation, break up what you need to break up in order to successfully counterpunch.

From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026

Unions have said the situation is so serious that more teachers will leave the profession unless changes are made.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

"Our world is facing a major energy and economic challenge," said Birol, adding that his agency, which advises its member countries on energy policy, was monitoring the situation.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

It’s created an odd situation in the labor market, but one that’s been a saving grace for the economy.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

I’d been trained my entire life to compartmentalize, to give my entire focus to the situation at hand, and I leaned hard on the habits developed from years and years of study and work.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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