/ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃn/
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Meaning
The way things are at a certain time; what is happening around you.
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Word origin
From Latin situs, meaning a place or position where a thing sits.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- situs
Grammar
Examples
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"Situation" is the way things are at this time.
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"Situations" is the plural, meaning more than one situation.
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Here "situation" means how things stood.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 8, lesson 2: situation, club, totally and 7 more words.