Situation
9 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
A set of circumstances or a particular state of affairs at a specific time. Can also refer to the location and surroundings of a place or the position in which someone finds themselves.
“The diplomatic situation required careful negotiation and tact.”
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Contains five instances of common letters I, T, and -TION ending
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Worth 9 points base; versatile 9-letter word with common suffix
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