The father’s poor investments have left his family in a financial predicament, as they can only afford to send one kid to college.
I agreed to be a groomsman at two weddings without realizing that they’re on the same day. I’m in quite a predicament here!
His tone was rather malicious, as if he was looking forward to laying us off.
The security software I downloaded was actually a malicious virus.
Her gymnastics routine is a spectacle to behold.
His outburst at the meeting was quite a spectacle.
Though her coaching style was effective, some considered her a stubborn despot.
The world is not taking seriously enough the rise of despots in democracies.
