predicament (Meaning)

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predicament (n)

a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one

predicament Sentence Examples

  1. The hiker found himself in a predicament when he realized he was lost and running low on supplies.
  2. The company faced a financial predicament that threatened its solvency.
  3. The student was caught in a predicament between attending class and caring for a sick family member.
  4. The politician's predicament was that he had to balance the demands of his constituents with his own beliefs.
  5. The team was in a predicament when their equipment malfunctioned during the competition.
  6. The doctor was faced with the predicament of having to choose between two equally risky treatment options.
  7. The passenger was in a predicament when their flight was delayed due to severe weather.
  8. The employee found herself in a predicament when she had to decide whether to accept the promotion or remain in her current role.
  9. The two friends were in a predicament when they both fell in love with the same person.
  10. The homeowner was in a predicament when their house was flooded and they didn't have adequate insurance coverage.

FAQs About the word predicament

a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one

dilemma, pickle, fix, corner, plight, swamp, bind, box, crisis, impasse

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The hiker found himself in a predicament when he realized he was lost and running low on supplies.

The company faced a financial predicament that threatened its solvency.

The student was caught in a predicament between attending class and caring for a sick family member.

The politician's predicament was that he had to balance the demands of his constituents with his own beliefs.