situation
Example Sentences
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Bis, the Homeland Security spokesperson, said Aceituno acted erratically, escalated the situation and refused to comply with officers’ commands.
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026
"Our government has taken this situation very seriously, and we are working hard to understand the causes and working to contain the situation," NT Health Minister Steve Edgington said.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
I wonder how many people hide their true financial situation from everyone except their immediate family.
From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026
Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi, holding a bilateral meeting with India on Monday before the full Quad, said it was important to address an "increasingly severe" global security situation.
From Barron's • May 26, 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
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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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