situation

noun8

1. •
   the way things are and what is happening at a certain moment

   • The United States is in an awkward situation with debt default looming.
2. •
   Position or status with regard to conditions and circumstances.
3. •
   A difficult or unpleasant set of circumstances; a problem.

   • Boss, we've got a situation here…
4. •
   The way in which something is positioned vis-à-vis its surroundings.

   • The Botanical Gardens are in a delightful situation on the river bank.
5. •
   The place in which something is situated; a location.

   • […] one of the most pleasant situations in America. With the exception of one melancholy season, no town in the union, of its size, has had a greater share of the inestimable blessing of health. — 1801
6. •
   (UK) A position of employment; a post.

   • ‘Let me hear another sound from you,’ said Scrooge, ‘and you’ll keep your Christmas by losing your situation! — 1843
7. •
   (slang) An outfit, garment, or look.

   • She is working some sort of amazing burgundy chiffon situation with gold piping.
8. •
   (US) An individual movie theater.

   • This survey includes all key situations (including Paramount Gulf Theaters) as well as suburban runs and small-town situations. — 1950