status

noun

ˈstā-təs How to pronounce status (audio)
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 Given the players’ high-profile status, there is a giant spotlight on the process, with plenty of unhappy fans questioning why the SEC determined both moves were made for athletic purposes. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2026 On Friday, the Department of Commerce said the UAE’s support for the US war against Iran and its status as America’s largest trading partner in the Middle East were behind the change in policy. — semafor.com, 13 July 2026 Denim’s status as an American icon has been on full display this summer amid celebrations of the nation’s 250th anniversary. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 13 July 2026 Alexa Chung followed suit in the years after, helping to cement Repetto’s status among a new generation. — Augustine Hammond, Vogue, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for status
Recent Examples of Synonyms for status
  1. situation
  2. level
  3. deal
  4. position
  5. story
  6. ranking
  7. rank
  8. echelon
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
Definition of situation
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
Definition of level
Noun
  • Origination opportunities refer to possible deals where Apollo may invest or provide loans.
    — Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 15 July 2026
  • The Panthers got him on a great contract, too — a one-year, $4 million deal, which puts him outside the Top 30 among offensive tackles in the league.
    — MIKE KAYE, Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026
Definition of deal
Noun
  • 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
Definition of position
Noun
  • 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
Definition of story
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
Definition of ranking
Noun
  • The result is the latest sign that museum-quality dinosaur fossils have joined the ranks of blue-chip contemporary art, rare watches, and championship sports memorabilia as trophy assets for the world’s wealthiest collectors.
    — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 14 July 2026
  • Goldman also continues to invest in the adoption of artificial intelligence by its rank-and-file, seeking ways to make the company more efficient and productive.
    — Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 14 July 2026
Definition of rank
Noun
  • 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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