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predicament

[pri-dik-uh-muhnt, pred-i-kuh-muhnt] / prɪˈdɪk ə mənt, ˈprɛd ɪ kə mənt /


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Their fate isn’t nearly as interesting as their predicament.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

The passengers in two Waymo vehicles in Atlanta last week were in a less-humorous predicament.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Punch's predicament sparked huge interest online, spawning a devoted fanbase under the hashtag #HangInTherePunch.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

“Salieri’s predicament is awful,” Bettany says, speaking separately over Zoom from New York City.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

I lick my lips, already thirsty, and hunch beneath the paltry shade of the Jack tree to consider my predicament.

From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir




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