situation
Example Sentences
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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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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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