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as in positions
an assignment at which one regularly works for pay
there were the usual "situation wanted" postings in the local newspaper
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as in levels
the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement
in earlier times people were unable to alter their situation in life, so if you were born a servant, you stayed a servant he was pleased with his situation among his peers
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Recent Examples of situations
More severe cases may require oral antibiotics, anti-inflammatory medication, or even surgery in chronic situations.
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Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
States should reconsider blanket mandates and focus on situations where victims are at ongoing risk or are genuinely unable to act for themselves.
—Nina A. Kohn, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
But the Chiefs still have the best quarterback-head coach combination in the NFL, a combination that has never fallen short of the AFC Championship Game in seven seasons together and a combination that has far more experience in pressure situations than any pair running.
—Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2025
Mateta’s ability to link the attack allows Palace to combine and find either their wing-backs or No 10s in threatening situations.
—Ahmed Walid, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
Neil Eggleston, who served as White House counsel during former President Barack Obama’s second term but is not part of Biden’s review, said clemency for categories of defendants is a policy decision typically driven by advocacy groups rather than individuals trying to rectify their own situations.
—Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Tow to Go may not be available in rural areas or during severe weather conditions, and in some situations, AAA may need to make other arrangements to get an impaired individual a safe ride home, AAA said.
—Natalie Davies, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
Seattle’s offensive line allows a lot of pressure, the team doesn’t run the ball much (or very well) and the quarterback is often in pure passing situations without any misdirection or run threat.
—Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
The characters are miserable, their situations dire, and blood flows like a river.
—Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
States should reconsider blanket mandates and focus on situations where victims are at ongoing risk or are genuinely unable to act for themselves.
—Nina A. Kohn, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
But the Chiefs still have the best quarterback-head coach combination in the NFL, a combination that has never fallen short of the AFC Championship Game in seven seasons together and a combination that has far more experience in pressure situations than any pair running.
—Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2025
Mateta’s ability to link the attack allows Palace to combine and find either their wing-backs or No 10s in threatening situations.
—Ahmed Walid, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
Neil Eggleston, who served as White House counsel during former President Barack Obama’s second term but is not part of Biden’s review, said clemency for categories of defendants is a policy decision typically driven by advocacy groups rather than individuals trying to rectify their own situations.
—Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Tow to Go may not be available in rural areas or during severe weather conditions, and in some situations, AAA may need to make other arrangements to get an impaired individual a safe ride home, AAA said.
—Natalie Davies, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
Seattle’s offensive line allows a lot of pressure, the team doesn’t run the ball much (or very well) and the quarterback is often in pure passing situations without any misdirection or run threat.
—Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
The characters are miserable, their situations dire, and blood flows like a river.
—Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for situations
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While much has been made of the commercial success of the WNBA and NWSL, both leagues are also experiencing growing pains that reflect their new statuses.—
Scott Soshnick,
Sportico.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Study results confirm accuracy of hypertension alerts Apple developed the algorithm using data from more than 100,000 study participants across diverse ages, races, body types, and health statuses.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Then, instead of the tell-tale metal frame of futons in your college days, this sturdy metal frame is imperceptible, but can be adjusted into four different positions, including the fully flat full-size bed.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
19 Sep. 2025
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The original Curtain Call can also be found on those rankings, and in loftier positions than its successor.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Kershaw’s competitive spirit reaches entirely new levels of intensity as his demeanor is fueled by a disdain for losing.—
Wayne G. McDonnell,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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Middle schools received the highest percentage of Fs compared against the other school levels, at 14%, followed by elementary schools, 13% and high schools, 9%.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Sep. 2025
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Many countries have sought to negotiate to remove or reduce the tariffs, some have made deals, while others have enforced counter tariffs.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Sep. 2025
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All-cash, no-contingency deals trade a bit of headline price for certainty, speed, and operating freedom the day after close.—
Lewis Schiff,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Many have been fired from their jobs, disciplined, or publicly shamed for criticizing the conservative commentator.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Sep. 2025
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Google began dropping degree requirements for a wide range of jobs in 2024, shifting focus to proof of skills and real-world projects.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The bans are mandated in places such as Arkansas, Texas, Virginia and more.—
Arthur Jones II,
ABC News,
15 Sep. 2025
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Here are luckiest numbers, places to play Did anyone win Powerball last night, September 13, 2025?—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The decision prompted social media users to post pictures of their cancellation receipts under the hashtags #CancelDisney and #CancelDisneyPlus.—
Reia Li,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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During the residency, fans could take pictures where Bad Bunny bagged groceries before finding fame.—
Valerie Trapp,
The Atlantic,
20 Sep. 2025
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Syria’s current government has in some cases released Assadist figures accused of massacres and appointed former militia leaders accused of crimes against civilians to high ranks in the new army.—
Robin Yassin-Kassab,
Time,
17 Sep. 2025
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The ranks of non-OPEC producers are also being boosted by higher output from Brazil, Canada, Guyana and Norway.—
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Situations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/situations. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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