A state of affairs In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "a state of affairs", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2022-02-22 10:02

Meaning of A state of affairs

A state of affairs phrase

All the circumstances and things that are occurring at a particular time and in a specific place.

 

We are trained to deal with these states of affairs.

Such a dangerous state of affairs requires immediate action.

The passing score is 80 and I got 79! What an unlucky state of affairs!

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shitshow

A tumultuous or terrible situation.

in/under the circumstances

In consideration of what affects a situation

Origin of A state of affairs

The origin of this phrase is not clear.
 

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