as in crisis
a time or state of affairs requiring prompt or decisive action
with the company facing a financial Dunkirk, it was hoped that the new CEO could turn things around—and fast
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Starmer appears to have seen off any immediate leadership challenge for now, and will hope that today’s pomp, pageantry and policy agenda can shift attention away from the current crisis.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
13 May 2026 -
Wednesday’s report came during one of the worst budget crises in the city of Sacramento since the Great Recession.—
Theresa Clift,
Sacbee.com,
13 May 2026
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At the ground level, businesses are trying to make the best of a still highly uncertain situation.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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But including Sunday’s appearance, three of Morris’ last four outings have been in bigger situations, and the opportunities are unlikely to slow down.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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“Dunkirk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Dunkirk. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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