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Describe a time you experienced difficulty with a project deadline. Explain what made the deadline difficult, how you assessed the situation, what actions you took to prioritize or recover, and how you communicated with relevant stakeholders. The interviewer is probing for ownership, judgment under pressure, prioritization, and the ability to surface risks early rather than assign blame. A strong response should focus on one specific example, distinguish what you personally did, explain the trade-offs you made, and state the measurable result or outcome.