He sees a sharp distinction between the individual text and the 'total speech act situation' surrounding it.

The loss, however, did not affect Maryland's poll ranking as the situation surrounding the game was generally understood.

The newspaper said that "the situation surrounding Iran could have helped to moderate America's position."

At the same time, the military and diplomatic situation surrounding the contra war has deteriorated sharply.

Each chapter is an in-depth analysis of a different family, concerning the specific situation surrounding the child and how it has affected their life.

You've always known there was something odd about the whole situation surrounding the horse.

And just like that it came around to the situation surrounding Joni's conception.

There's something a little strange about the situation surrounding this thing.

The situations surrounding issues of peace and security are diverse.

Given the stakes involved, the situation surrounding the federal recognition should not be surprising.