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situation

[sich-oo-ey-shuhn] / ˌsɪtʃ uˈeɪ ʃən /




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People can consciously adjust when and how they laugh depending on the situation.

From Science Daily • Jul. 2, 2026

"It reiterates the fact we're entirely unprepared for this climate situation."

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

Another officer describes how dire the situation is while George ponders saving his men and asks, “What could be worth the risk?”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026

I imagine many people in my situation face this dilemma.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 2, 2026

Clearly, you’ve convinced her that the situation is dire.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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