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Predicament

usgb/prɪˈdɪkəmənt/Volume
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Negative Connotation

The word 'predicament' often implies a situation with negative outcomes or feelings.

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After losing his job, he was in quite a predicament.
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Not Immediate Danger

'Predicament' suggests trouble but not immediate danger, more like an awkward situation.

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Missing the bus left me in a predicament.
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Personal Relevance

Use 'predicament' for situations that personally affect someone, not for general problems.

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Her health issues presented a predicament for her family.
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