circumstance

Example Sentences

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In those circumstances, the attacking side can become stretched with the forwards far from the midfielders and defenders.

From BBC

Under U.K. rules, Rio Tinto cannot pursue Glencore for at least six months, except in specific circumstances, such as a rival suitor emerging.

From The Wall Street Journal

Then earlier this month he backtracked and said it was the best deal the British government could make under the circumstances.

From The Wall Street Journal

In these circumstances, the deafening buzz of the everyday finally reduces to a faint, pleasant hum.

From Salon

Other shared influences, such as family circumstances or sleep disorders, could also contribute to both increased sugar intake and anxiety symptoms.

From Science Daily