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quandary

noun

state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options

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Word length
8
Starts with
Q
Ends with
Y
Contains
UA
Scrabble score
21

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Pronunciation

ˈkwɒn.də.ɹi

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noun

  1. state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options

noun

  1. a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one

    “finds himself in a most awkward predicament”

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finds himself in a most awkward predicament
the woeful plight of homeless people

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