1. situations in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more alternatives, especially equally undesirable ones
Usage: plural of dilemma

Examples

• The committee faced several ethical dilemmas when reviewing the proposals.
• Parents often encounter dilemmas about balancing work and family time.
• The novel explores moral dilemmas through its complex characters.
• Students face dilemmas when choosing between multiple college offers.
• Environmental dilemmas require careful consideration of competing interests.
• The doctor discussed the treatment dilemmas with the patient’s family.