dilemma

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But Edwards insisted that she is not concerned about Sciver-Brunt - who has only played two games of competitive cricket since February - and praised England's depth for giving her a selection dilemma.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

And with rising energy costs powering inflation, that’s a dilemma for the Fed, which will likely see a negative reaction from stock investors whether it raises rates or leaves them unchanged.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

Retailers face a dilemma: absorb rising transportation and supply costs or increase prices, as inflation hit a three-year high.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

This creates a dilemma for countries rethinking their reliance on fossil fuel, following the second energy crisis in four years.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

The four boys were looking for possible routes of escape when Red’s brother decided that in arbitration lay his salvation from this swiftly retrograding dilemma.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy