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/ˈdɛdli ˈsɪtʃuːeɪʃən/ · dead·ly ˈsit·u·a·tion
noun
- A circumstance or set of circumstances that is extremely hazardous or potentially fatal. The hikers found themselves in a deadly situation after the avalanche trapped them under the snow.
- A situation that is extremely difficult or precarious to handle or resolve. The company was in a deadly situation after the financial crisis, struggling to stay afloat.
Synonyms
hazardous situationlife-threatening situationperilous situationgrave situationcritical situationdire situationdesperate situationgrave danger
Antonyms
Did you know? The phrase 'deadly situation' is often used in emergency response training and crisis management to describe a scenario where prompt action is required to prevent serious harm or loss of life.