situation
noun
manner of being situated; location or position with reference to environment.
situations
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pluralof situation.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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And law firms are eager to avoid situations where equity partners hold on to their positions while winding down their practice or taking less work, which can squeeze the finances of others down the ranks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 19, 2026
As of this moment, there are new rules and procedures in place to prevent situations like this from happening again.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2026
His words immediately ricocheted around the internet, as it’s generally understood that humans are the victimizers in such situations.
From Salon ● Sep. 18, 2026
Authorities have advised against unnecessary travel, while Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez warned of "very complicated situations".
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
In fight-or-flight situations it’s street smarts that will get you out alive.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
