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situation

sit·u·a·tion [ sìchoo áysh'n ] (plural sit·u·a·tions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. state of affairs: a particular set of circumstances existing in a particular place or at a particular time
Kaye assessed the situation and decided to call you.
a situation where they didn't have a formal planning process

2. current circumstances: the current conditions that characterize somebody's life or events in a particular place, country, or society
destabilized the political situation

3. location: the location of a property
a pleasing situation with a view

4. combination of difficult circumstances: a difficult or problematic set of circumstances
I'm afraid we have a situation on our hands.

5. U.K. job: a job or position of employment ( formal )


sit·u·a·tion·al adjective
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