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/ˈdɛdli ˈsɪtʃuːeɪʃən/ · dead·ly ˈsit·u·a·tion
noun
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
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.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 17, 2026