state of affairs
Example Sentences
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Kevin Craven, chief executive of defence trade association, said Healey's resignation has "sent us reeling" and is "truly a damning reflection on the current state of affairs".
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
The Times sat down with Cohen last week to discuss the state of affairs in college football and USC’s athletic department.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
There are many places to point fingers when reckoning with our new, irrational state of affairs.
From Slate • Apr. 26, 2026
This state of affairs is not without solutions.
From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026
When he came in he could give me an idea of the state of affairs, and perhaps tell me what had actually happened to Clifton.
From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison
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