situations
n. countable A2 Elementary US //ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃənz// UK //sˌɪtʃuːˈeɪʃənz// sit·u·a·tions
n. the set of things that are happening in a certain place at a certain time. You use this to describe the conditions you are currently dealing with.
n. a set of circumstances in which one finds oneself; a state of affairs. Often used to describe the context of a problem or a specific social interaction.
We need to handle these difficult situations carefully.
The manager is trained to stay calm and professional in stressful situations with customers.
Diplomats must navigate complex geopolitical situations where the interests of multiple nations are often in direct conflict with one another.
Usage
Commonly used in the plural to refer to general life circumstances or recurring types of events.