difficult situation

Example Sentences

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That’s a difficult situation to be in when prices are increasing.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

“We recognize this has been a complex and, at times, difficult situation for members of our campus community.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

The IMF chief said financial policymakers were in a difficult situation, having to choose between alleviating pain for citizens and possibly forcing central banks to then adopt restrictive monetary policy, delivering a demand shock.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

"We've always worked hard and provided for ourselves; through no fault of our own we've been thrown into this really difficult situation," Smith said.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

C. J. Peters, in spite of his strong dislike for McCormick, found himself admiring him for making strong decisions in a very difficult situation.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston