situation

Example Sentences

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"So, you're not exactly racing when you're in that situation as well as you were before. It depends on what you want... depends how you want to view it."

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

"Instead, he suggested a potential escalation of the situation, which is a clear negative for stocks."

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

“When issues are identified, we work to analyze the situation, gather relevant facts and seek a resolution,” Scullary said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

“Whenever the situation escalates, they reiterate the warning,” said a seafarer surnamed Wang whose vessel—carrying liquefied natural gas—has been stuck at an anchorage northwest of Dubai for four weeks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

I had no idea how I could possibly help someone in her situation, but I wanted to make it clear that I would if I could.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu