extenuating circumstances
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There were, however, extenuating circumstances, in that he was 12th fastest before failing to improve on a messy final lap hindered by a sub-optimal 'prep' lap which left his tyres out of the 'window'.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
“The bottom line is: If consumers have jobs, barring extenuating circumstances, they will continue to spend money and pay their bills.”
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 11, 2025
Kasten said the Dodgers and other teams try to accommodate fans with extenuating circumstances.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2024
Even in extreme, extenuating circumstances, it is unlikely to be more than twice that.
From New York Times ● Dec. 15, 2023
He wanted to plead his friend’s case, explain the extenuating circumstances.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
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