predicaments
Pronunciation: [prɪˈdɪkəmənt]
Word
Context: "problem-solving"
(noun) a difficult or tricky situation where finding a way out is hard. Imagine you're stuck in a messy part of the playground, and you have to figure out how to get home. That’s a predicament.
Example
She found herself in a predicament when she lost her way during the hike but managed to ask for help.
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He was not in any predicament at all; everything was going smoothly for him.
Example
What would you do if you found yourself in a predicament?
Context: "personal challenges"
(noun) a situation that is difficult and involves making choices. Sometimes, we have to decide between two hard things, like choosing between two friends who are fighting.
Example
He faced a predicament when he had to choose between a good job offer and staying close to his family.
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She avoided any predicament by planning things ahead and making good choices.
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Have you ever been in a predicament where you had to make a tough choice?
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