Meaning of the word "in a predicament" in English

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in a predicament

US /ɪn ə prɪˈdɪkəmənt/
UK /ɪn ə prɪˈdɪkəmənt/

Phrase

in a difficult, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation

Example:
He found himself in a predicament when he lost his wallet in a foreign country.
The company is in a predicament after the sudden drop in sales.
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