- plural of circumstance.
circumstances
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More importantly, later research suggests that the effects of D-serine depend on the biological circumstances.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 12, 2026
“It is equally important to recognize that the circumstances surrounding each in-custody death are complex and cannot be evaluated through isolated events alone,” the statement read.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 10, 2026
NHS England said depending on the circumstances of an adoption there may be a need to "protect from disclosure any information about a third party".
From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2026
"She is grateful to the first responders and her medical team for their care in these extraordinary circumstances," the statement went on.
From Barron's ● Oct. 10, 2026
Bobby was supremely obstinate, and although he could not really justify his decision to play, under the circumstances his tenacity, heart, and pocketbook prevailed.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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