Definition of statusnext
1
as in situation
position with regard to conditions and circumstances let me know if your status changes and you're available to work

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2
as in level
the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement resented her lowly status in the organization

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Recent Examples of status Historically, the region has sought anti-air capabilities since the 1960s, often denied due to its non-state status. Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026 Bueckers’ status for Saturday’s WNBA All-Star Game is also now in question. Kels Dayton, Hartford Courant, 20 July 2026 That means less time for recent grads to find work, update their visa status and stay in America. Janet W. Lee, NPR, 20 July 2026 The status of Florida’s investigation into the brothers remains unclear. Kat Tenbarge, Rolling Stone, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for status
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Noun
  • On the opposite side of the ball, he could be heard barking orders out during pick-and-roll situations, loudly letting teammates know where the ball-handler was headed.
    Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026
  • Waymo’s support team is automatically notified if the vehicle crashes, and a roadside assistance representative will come to the collision site to assess the situation in person.
    Amaia Gavica, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026
Noun
  • More than 80 people were evacuated from riverside campgrounds before floodwaters reached dangerous levels, the governor said.
    Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 17 July 2026
  • The body of a second victim was recovered Thursday following the sinking of a three-level yacht near Alcatraz Island and has been identified by San Francisco authorities as a Sacramento County resident.
    Michael McGough Updated July 16, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026
Noun
  • At that point, if a deal is not reached, the two clubs negotiate for the right to sign the player.
    Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026
  • These contracts do not represent all consultant contracts CMS has, and the Observer has submitted public records requests that haven’t been filled for other deals.
    Josh Bergeron, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026
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  • Its proximity to Russian military positions only two miles away on the other bank of the Dnipro River means that civilians face a heightened risk of attacks by short-range Russian drones.
    Daria Tarasova-Markina, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • Bourne previously worked for UC Davis, but her position was eliminated last year after the university announced budget cuts, according to previous Bee reporting.
    Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 18 July 2026
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  • Associated Press writers Pan Pylas and Jill Lawless contributed to this story.
    ABC News, ABC News, 19 July 2026
  • Especially since there are so many stories already inside the game with the campaign aspect.
    Jennifer Maas, Variety, 18 July 2026
Noun
  • The former Virginia star earned a tour spot through the PGA Tour University ranking.
    ABC News, ABC News, 18 July 2026
  • It's been just over seven years since Madame X, her most recent leader before Confessions II, managed its one frame atop the ranking.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Noun
  • Feehan, a first lieutenant who was killed Saturday, will be posthumously promoted to the rank of captain and awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart and Combat Action Badge.
    ABC News, ABC News, 22 July 2026
  • After spells at Le Havre, ASPTT Marseille and Nationals of Cavigal, RB Leipzig pounced last summer to sign him from the amateur ranks of French football.
    Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 22 July 2026
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  • That would likely push them into the upper echelon of championship contenders this season, although the 41-year-old James wouldn't factor into their long-term future.
    Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • Senior safety Jamel Johnson, TCU’s only preseason All-Big 12 selection, explained what the defense needs to do to enter the upper echelon of the Big 12.
    Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2026

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