circumstances
- plural of circumstance.
Example Sentences
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"Circumstances beyond our control, but more importantly, circumstances beyond Nick's control have dictated that, sadly, it's made it impossible for us to continue our representation of Nick," he said.
From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026
Circumstances can prevent an official from sending condolences, including death or a fall into political disgrace.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026
"Circumstances beyond my control, but more importantly circumstances beyond Nick's control, have made it impossible for us to continue our representation," he told reporters.
From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026
Circumstances can conspire against us, but there should be room for improvement.
From MarketWatch • Nov. 28, 2025
But Special Circumstances had other hovercars—the three they’d seen leave earlier, at least—and regular wardens had them too.
From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld
