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situation
the place that sth is in PLACE - the things that are happening in a particular place or at a particular time: situation, state of affairs the current situation ◎ a changing situation ◎ a worrying/difficult state of affairs - the facts and events that affect what happens in a particular situation: circumstances (noun plural) the circumstances of sb's death ◎ In normal circumstances you would not be allowed in, but we'll make an exception in this case. - as a result of a particular situation: in/under the circumstances Under the circumstances, I think it would be better if you left. - facts and events that affect the way that people live, etc: conditions (noun plural) Road conditions were very bad. ◎ excellent working conditions - the conditions in which you live, work, etc: environment a pleasant environment in which to work - a particular state or situation: position What would you do in my position? ◎ He's put me in a very difficult position. ◎ I'm sorry, I'm not in a position to give you that information. - a particular situation or a situation of a particular type: case In some cases, it is possible to get a definite answer immediately. ◎ In my case, things were a bit different. - the events or place around or within which sth occurs: background It is against this background that the events of 1968 took place. ◎ the cultural/social background to an event - the situation in which sth happens and which helps us to understand it: context the political context of an election ◎ in the context of recent social developments - the present situation in a particular area of activity: scene After his injury, he was happy to get back to the football scene again. ◎ the fashion scene - to emphasize that a particular situation exists, you can say the fact (of the matter) is The fact is that the population is getting older.
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