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4 phrases · 5 example sentences each · See how each phrase is used across different real-world contexts.
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handle a situation
Example Sentences
- ◆The way you handle a difficult situation says a lot about your character.General
- ◆I didn't handle the situation well — I got emotional and said things I regret.Casual
- ◆Paramedics are trained to handle situations that most people would find overwhelming.News
- ◆The HR team handled the situation with professionalism and sensitivity.Professional
- ◆The floor supervisor handled the situation calmly, preventing it from affecting the whole shift.Workplace
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face a challenge
Example Sentences
- ◆Everyone faces challenges — what matters is how you respond to them.General
- ◆I know it's hard, but you've faced bigger challenges than this before.Casual
- ◆The country faces a significant challenge in rebuilding its infrastructure after the floods.News
- ◆The new CFO faces the challenge of restoring investor confidence after two difficult years.Professional
- ◆The team faces the challenge of maintaining output despite a shortage of raw materials.Workplace
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overcome a challenge
Example Sentences
- ◆Looking back, the challenges you overcame are often the things you're most proud of.General
- ◆You overcame that challenge — don't let anyone tell you it wasn't a big deal.Casual
- ◆The expedition team overcame extraordinary challenges to reach the summit.News
- ◆The company overcame significant logistical challenges to deliver the project on time.Professional
- ◆The team overcame the challenge of retraining quickly and was back to full productivity within days.Workplace
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find a solution
Example Sentences
- ◆There's almost always a solution — you just have to be willing to look for it.General
- ◆I don't care how we do it — I just need us to find a solution today.Casual
- ◆Diplomats are working urgently to find a solution to the border dispute.News
- ◆The working group was formed specifically to find a solution to the recurring compliance issue.Professional
- ◆The maintenance team found a solution that kept the line running without a full shutdown.Workplace
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think on your feet
- ◆Working in customer service teaches you to think on your feet in almost any situation.Workplace
- ◆The best negotiators are those who can think on their feet when talks take an unexpected turn.Professional