situation
situation Lexical Profile
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• noun
A set of circumstances or a state of affairs in which one finds oneself at a particular time.
"The committee met to discuss the current financial situation and propose a balanced budget."
A critical, trying, or problematic state of affairs requiring immediate attention.
"Air traffic control remained calm while managing an unexpected situation on the main runway."
The geographic location and surroundings of a place or building.
"The historic lighthouse enjoys a dramatic situation atop the rocky coastal cliffs."
A position of employment or a paid post (especially in domestic service or formal job advertisements).
"After completing her apprenticeship, she secured a permanent situation with a reputable firm in the city."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French situation or Medieval Latin situationem ('a position, location'), derived from the Latin noun situs ('a place, position, or site').
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