Meaning & use
plight
A difficult, dangerous, or unfortunate situation that a person or group finds themselves in.
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The documentary drew attention to the plight of refugees stranded at the border.
Neighbors organized a fundraiser after learning of the family's plight following the fire.
A note on using this word
Plight nearly always describes a serious or distressing situation; it would sound odd to use it for a minor inconvenience.
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