as in crisis
a time or state of affairs requiring prompt or decisive action
with the company facing a financial Dunkirk, it was hoped that the new CEO could turn things around—and fast
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Stablecoins have, historically, flourished where there is economic instability and global crisis may further support the cross-border reliance on the stability of the U.S. currency.—
Priya Prakash Royal Esq. LL.M. MBA AEP TEP,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025 -
After signing it Monday evening, Newsom heralded it as a solution to the state’s affordability crisis, which reached a fever pitch last year and peaked when a series of wildfires devastated Los Angeles in January, burning thousands of homes.—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2025
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The 13-year NFL veteran candidly opens up about the situation in the upcoming season of Netflix’s Quarterback series, which begins streaming July 8.—
Sean Neumann,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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However, the situation of women and girls is particularly challenging, with women and girls being effectively removed from society.—
Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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