situation

Definitions

1. noun

   The set of facts that exist at a certain time.

   Examples

   • The country is in an awkward situation.
   • My financial situation was not good.
   ≈condition
2. noun

   How a place sits in relation to its surroundings.

   Examples

   • The garden has a lovely situation by the river.
   • The cottage's situation gave a view of the valley.
3. noun

   The place where something is.

   Examples

   • It is one of the most pleasant situations in the country.
   • This flower deserves a good situation in every garden.
4. noun

   Someone's position or standing.

   Examples

   • His situation at the company improved after the promotion.
   • Her situation left her few options.
5. noun

   A job, in old-fashioned use.

   Examples

   • He got a situation in Nottingham.
   • Another sound from you, and you'll lose your situation.
6. noun

   A difficult problem.

   Examples

   • Boss, we've got a situation here.
   • We have a bit of a situation with the shipment.
   ≈ass in a sling≈bind≈bucket of syrup≈calvary≈cauldron +25 more
7. noun

   A single movie theater, in industry use.

   Examples

   • The theater's situation near the old square made it easy to find.
   • The survey covers all key situations, including small towns.
8. noun

   A whole outfit or look, in informal speech.

   Examples

   • She is wearing an amazing gold and red situation.
   • He showed up in a full tuxedo situation.