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circumstances

NOUN

state of affairs in one's life

Synonyms

STRONG

assets capital chances class command degree dowry footing income lifestyle lot means outlook position precedence prestige property prospects prosperity rank rating resources situation sphere standing state station status substance times

WEAK

financial status net worth way of life worldly goods

Antonyms

STRONG

debt poorness poverty

Example Sentences

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She met him during her visit, and discovered that the real circumstances about her separation from her biological family were very different from what her adoption papers said.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

"Just like the country, the national team went through many difficult circumstances, including wars, political and economic challenges, and at times international sanctions," Allawi said.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Some of the same workers are taking part in the current strike, but say that it is happening under very different circumstances.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Members of Casias’ family confirmed the new finding but appeared to have questions about the circumstances around the death, according to a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

“However, under no circumstances are you to bother the chickens. Understood?”

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood

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