in the circumstances
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Real captain Federico Valverde said he was proud of how Vinicius had handled himself in the circumstances.
From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026
The subsequent employment tribunal heard from the Met Police, which said Hehir's response had been "proportionate and necessary in the circumstances".
From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026
And even in the circumstances where putting these women into detention or keeping them in detention is legally permissible, ICE’s obligations are strict.
From Slate • Dec. 8, 2025
A serious incident report found that this was "good practice" in the circumstances.
From BBC • Oct. 2, 2025
Constance could not hear a thing from the distance of the ramparts, which was just as well in the circumstances.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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