Definition of circumstance in English:

circumstance

noun ˈsəːkəmst(ə)nsˈsəːkəmstansˈsəːkəmstɑːns

1usually circumstancesA fact or condition connected with or relevant to an event or action.
情况，条件，形势，环境
we wanted to marry but circumstances didn't permit
我们想结婚，但是条件不允许。
Example sentencesExamples
- Finally, the authors suggest that the second patient's difficult social circumstances affect her suitability for transplantation.
- Against that background I consider the particular circumstances of the two claimants.
- People will look at the circumstances on the ground and see what is needed.
- But the judgment whether exceptional circumstances exist is not quantitative only, but may be qualitative also.
- Strategic aims and circumstances have traditionally dictated campaign concepts.
- They have just faxed us to say there are unable to travel because of unforeseen circumstances beyond their control.
- In my view it was an opinion which is justified by the particular circumstances of the case.
- "I think it makes sense for colleges to take into account the life circumstances of individual applicants.
- We will need to take speed and circumstance into consideration if these plans are to work sensibly.
- Was there any other way to mitigate the wretched circumstances of his life?
- She knew that had the circumstances been different she would want more than his friendship.
- The issues would have to be judged on the circumstances at the time.
- In the meantime it created embarrassment and difficulties for the College in considering her extenuating circumstances.
- Given the difficult circumstances, they all act with incredible grace.
- Normally, in ordinary circumstances, his drop wouldn't have been a problem.
- He'd agreed to the deal very quickly, too quickly, even given the extenuating circumstances.
- She landed safely in his, but that had not changed the dire circumstances of the moment.
- She said there were special circumstances prevailing in the State that require special consideration.
- Where difficult circumstances arose, rather than tell lies, the organisation would be silent.
- Sure, he wasn't following the " exact rules, " but certain circumstances had changed them.
Synonyms
situation, conditions, set of conditions, state of affairs, things, position
events, turn of events, incidents, occurrences, happenings, episodes
factors, context, background, environment
informal circs
1. 1.1 An event or fact that causes or helps to cause something to happen, typically something undesirable.
  事件，事实（引发或促使某事发生，尤指有负面效应事件的发生）
  he was found dead but there were no suspicious circumstances
  他被发现已经死亡，但是没有可疑的致死原因。
  mass noun they were thrown together by circumstance
  环境使他们走到了一起。
  Example sentencesExamples
  What is distracting about these two are the circumstances of their political demise.
  To be just, the law must also be flexible enough to take unusual circumstances into account.
  But they are thrown together by circumstance, of the imperative to experience every moment as if it were their last, which it might well be.
  Despite the general principle excluding liability for omissions, liability may arise in certain exceptional circumstances.
  Similar circumstances forced the cancellation of races at least two other times in recent years.
  Now, the circumstances of the aggravation as alleged by the prosecution are not correct.
  No one bothered to investigate the true circumstances of her death.
  Police say there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding the fire.
  But, since there are no outlined commitments to stay with each other, what if unforeseen circumstances arise?
  Staying would give me the opportunity to see how to make change happen in difficult circumstances.
  The two also have a stimulating discussion about whether murder can ever be justified by extenuating circumstances.
  Rumour and speculation have since run riot on the circumstances of his death.
  He states that there were extenuating circumstances which justify the delay in filing the income tax returns.
  Again, thanks to circumstances beyond our control, our competitiveness has been eroded.
  Now it hardly needs adding that mitigating circumstances exist for the dearth of success on the ski slopes.
  There is a policy, already in operation, for certain officers to carry arms, under certain unusual circumstances.
  Once the decision is made, barring extraordinary, unforeseen circumstances, it should not be reversed.
  The varying economic circumstances of different markets must be taken into account.
  His parents have spoken of their concerns about the circumstances of his death.
  "The process is sufficiently fair to cater for the exceptional circumstances of the case, " the judgment read.
  Synonyms
  the facts, the details, the particulars, the picture, how things stand, the lie of the land, how the land lies, the case
  British the state of play
  North American the lay of the land
  informal what's what, the score, the set-up
2circumstancesOne's state of financial or material welfare.
经济状况；物质条件
the artists are living in reduced circumstances
艺术家们生活拮据。
Example sentencesExamples
- The problem is rather that his material circumstances are not in his control.
- These rebates are much more generous to pensioners with the same level of income and other circumstances.
- Children in these circumstances often take on the family finances just to survive.
- In the end, however, moving home tends to be driven by personal rather than financial circumstances.
- Instead, he opted to look ahead, seeking to build his own team in improved financial circumstances.
- Accordingly, I am satisfied there has been no material change in your circumstances.
- The magistrates, who can grant financial help in extreme circumstances, turned down his request.
- It is on the basis of a family's financial circumstances, and I think that is proper.
- It was a poorly paid job and he was brought up in financially difficult circumstances.
- Magistrates agreed not to impose any financial penalty due to his financial circumstances.
Synonyms
financial/material position, financial/material situation, financial/material status, station in life, lot, lifestyle
resources, means, finances, income
plight, predicament
3archaic Ceremony and public display.
pomp and circumstance
Example sentencesExamples
- TV provided the circumstance of the Coronation in black and white, but the cinema adds the pomp.
- The celebration was a grand display of pomp and circumstance led by the students of the school.
- He was never someone to stand on ceremony or circumstance even if this was his last domestic game of rugby.
- The 40-piece ensemble promises an evening of pomp and circumstance featuring popular classics and surprises.
- The pomp and the circumstance is all engineered by them, not by us.
Synonyms
the facts, the details, the particulars, the picture, how things stand, the lie of the land, how the land lies, the case

Phrases

circumstances alter cases

proverb One's opinion or treatment of someone or something may vary according to the prevailing circumstances.
〈谚〉人的行为因环境变化而变化；情势改变立场；情势改变态度
Example sentencesExamples
- It seems nothing will induce them to accept that circumstances alter cases.
- The central question of moral philosophy and the question I briefly addressed is where we get the rules to decide how circumstances alter cases (among other things).
- Noses alter faces and circumstances alter cases, as the old saying puts it.
- His summary of the central controversy in moral philosophy as ‘circumstances alter cases’ show his limits, however.

under (or in) the circumstances

Given the difficult nature of the situation.
情况既然如此
she had every right to be cross under the circumstances
情况既然这样，她绝对有权生气。
Example sentencesExamples
- I personally would find it difficult to maintain a detached tone under the circumstances.
- Otherwise it is difficult to discuss anything under the circumstances.
- Yet, something about his nature seemed odd under the circumstances.
- The ground held up very well under the circumstances but footing was difficult and the ball was extremely greasy.
- Next comes the question of whether this really could have been pulled off at all under the circumstances.
- I think we have to go ahead and do the best we can under the circumstances.
- You couldn't have asked for a happier ending under the circumstances, and it's all true.
- She was deemed to have used reasonable force under the circumstances.
- It's an excellent gesture, particularly under the circumstances.
- This request by the Prime Minister's office would therefore seem excessive under the circumstances.

under (or in) no circumstances

Never, whatever the situation is or might be.
决不，无论如何也不
under no circumstances may the child be identified
无论如何都不能让这孩子被认出来。
Example sentencesExamples
- And the thing that was in my mind was that Greece, under no circumstances whatsoever, should end up in civil war.
- However, under no circumstances will we transmit a piece of evidence if it could be used to back up a death sentence.
- But under no circumstances should you keep quiet.
- So, under no circumstances will there be subsidies?
- And remember - there is to be no short selling unless normal investors want to buy, and under no circumstances should you go short if you think the market might fall.
- So you're basically saying under no circumstances would you either seek or accept the vice presidential nomination?
- You later apologise for losing your temper, but are then given a written warning and told that under no circumstances must you act the same way again.
- It can help, definitely, but under no circumstances would we ever say it would cure something.
- I will never leave a fallen comrade to fall into the hands of the enemy and under no circumstances will I ever embarrass my country.
- We want to remind the public under no circumstances should anyone enter the fenced-off land.

Derivatives

circumstanced

adjective

If I were in your place (that is, if I were circumstanced in the condition in which you now find yourself), then I would consult the doctor.
Example sentencesExamples
- To be interested in the preservation of a thing, is to be so circumstanced with respect to it as to have benefit from its existence, prejudice from its destruction.
- The inquiry is objective: the question is what a reasonable person, circumstanced as the actual parties were, would have understood the parties to have meant by the use of the specific language.
- Time and tests alone will ascertain whether an antidote can be found for those trumpeters over-afflicted with this condition, but, circumstanced as you are, I think it definitely worth a try.
- In this way, a social inequality arises between the powerful, the rich and the well-connected, and the poor who are not so fortunately circumstanced.

Origin

Middle English: from Old French circonstance or Latin circumstantia, from circumstare 'encircle, encompass', from circum 'around' + stare 'stand'.

Definition of circumstance in US English:

circumstance

noun

1usually circumstancesA fact or condition connected with or relevant to an event or action.
情况，条件，形势，环境
we wanted to marry but circumstances didn't permit
我们想结婚，但是条件不允许。
Example sentencesExamples
- She landed safely in his, but that had not changed the dire circumstances of the moment.
- In the meantime it created embarrassment and difficulties for the College in considering her extenuating circumstances.
- Strategic aims and circumstances have traditionally dictated campaign concepts.
- Against that background I consider the particular circumstances of the two claimants.
- But the judgment whether exceptional circumstances exist is not quantitative only, but may be qualitative also.
- "I think it makes sense for colleges to take into account the life circumstances of individual applicants.
- They have just faxed us to say there are unable to travel because of unforeseen circumstances beyond their control.
- We will need to take speed and circumstance into consideration if these plans are to work sensibly.
- Normally, in ordinary circumstances, his drop wouldn't have been a problem.
- People will look at the circumstances on the ground and see what is needed.
- Given the difficult circumstances, they all act with incredible grace.
- The issues would have to be judged on the circumstances at the time.
- She knew that had the circumstances been different she would want more than his friendship.
- He'd agreed to the deal very quickly, too quickly, even given the extenuating circumstances.
- Finally, the authors suggest that the second patient's difficult social circumstances affect her suitability for transplantation.
- She said there were special circumstances prevailing in the State that require special consideration.
- Was there any other way to mitigate the wretched circumstances of his life?
- Where difficult circumstances arose, rather than tell lies, the organisation would be silent.
- In my view it was an opinion which is justified by the particular circumstances of the case.
- Sure, he wasn't following the " exact rules, " but certain circumstances had changed them.
Synonyms
situation, conditions, set of conditions, state of affairs, things, position
1. 1.1 An event or fact that causes or helps to cause something to happen, typically something undesirable.
  事件，事实（引发或促使某事发生，尤指有负面效应事件的发生）
  he was found dead but there were no suspicious circumstances
  他被发现已经死亡，但是没有可疑的致死原因。
  they were thrown together by circumstance
  环境使他们走到了一起。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Again, thanks to circumstances beyond our control, our competitiveness has been eroded.
  But they are thrown together by circumstance, of the imperative to experience every moment as if it were their last, which it might well be.
  What is distracting about these two are the circumstances of their political demise.
  He states that there were extenuating circumstances which justify the delay in filing the income tax returns.
  Despite the general principle excluding liability for omissions, liability may arise in certain exceptional circumstances.
  Now, the circumstances of the aggravation as alleged by the prosecution are not correct.
  No one bothered to investigate the true circumstances of her death.
  The two also have a stimulating discussion about whether murder can ever be justified by extenuating circumstances.
  Rumour and speculation have since run riot on the circumstances of his death.
  To be just, the law must also be flexible enough to take unusual circumstances into account.
  Staying would give me the opportunity to see how to make change happen in difficult circumstances.
  "The process is sufficiently fair to cater for the exceptional circumstances of the case, " the judgment read.
  His parents have spoken of their concerns about the circumstances of his death.
  The varying economic circumstances of different markets must be taken into account.
  Police say there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding the fire.
  Once the decision is made, barring extraordinary, unforeseen circumstances, it should not be reversed.
  Similar circumstances forced the cancellation of races at least two other times in recent years.
  But, since there are no outlined commitments to stay with each other, what if unforeseen circumstances arise?
  There is a policy, already in operation, for certain officers to carry arms, under certain unusual circumstances.
  Now it hardly needs adding that mitigating circumstances exist for the dearth of success on the ski slopes.
  Synonyms
  the facts, the details, the particulars, the picture, how things stand, the lie of the land, how the land lies, the case
2One's state of financial or material welfare.
经济状况；物质条件
the artists are living in reduced circumstances
艺术家们生活拮据。
Example sentencesExamples
- In the end, however, moving home tends to be driven by personal rather than financial circumstances.
- Children in these circumstances often take on the family finances just to survive.
- The magistrates, who can grant financial help in extreme circumstances, turned down his request.
- Magistrates agreed not to impose any financial penalty due to his financial circumstances.
- It was a poorly paid job and he was brought up in financially difficult circumstances.
- It is on the basis of a family's financial circumstances, and I think that is proper.
- Accordingly, I am satisfied there has been no material change in your circumstances.
- The problem is rather that his material circumstances are not in his control.
- These rebates are much more generous to pensioners with the same level of income and other circumstances.
- Instead, he opted to look ahead, seeking to build his own team in improved financial circumstances.
Synonyms
financial position, material position, financial situation, material situation, financial status, material status, station in life, lot, lifestyle

Phrases

under (or in) the circumstances

Given the difficult nature of the situation.
情况既然如此
she had every right to be angry under the circumstances
情况既然这样，她绝对有权生气。
Example sentencesExamples
- I think we have to go ahead and do the best we can under the circumstances.
- You couldn't have asked for a happier ending under the circumstances, and it's all true.
- She was deemed to have used reasonable force under the circumstances.
- The ground held up very well under the circumstances but footing was difficult and the ball was extremely greasy.
- Next comes the question of whether this really could have been pulled off at all under the circumstances.
- This request by the Prime Minister's office would therefore seem excessive under the circumstances.
- I personally would find it difficult to maintain a detached tone under the circumstances.
- It's an excellent gesture, particularly under the circumstances.
- Yet, something about his nature seemed odd under the circumstances.
- Otherwise it is difficult to discuss anything under the circumstances.

under (or in) no circumstances

Never, whatever the situation is or might be.
决不，无论如何也不
under no circumstances may the child be identified
无论如何都不能让这孩子被认出来。
Example sentencesExamples
- But under no circumstances should you keep quiet.
- It can help, definitely, but under no circumstances would we ever say it would cure something.
- You later apologise for losing your temper, but are then given a written warning and told that under no circumstances must you act the same way again.
- And remember - there is to be no short selling unless normal investors want to buy, and under no circumstances should you go short if you think the market might fall.
- However, under no circumstances will we transmit a piece of evidence if it could be used to back up a death sentence.
- I will never leave a fallen comrade to fall into the hands of the enemy and under no circumstances will I ever embarrass my country.
- So you're basically saying under no circumstances would you either seek or accept the vice presidential nomination?
- We want to remind the public under no circumstances should anyone enter the fenced-off land.
- And the thing that was in my mind was that Greece, under no circumstances whatsoever, should end up in civil war.
- So, under no circumstances will there be subsidies?

Origin

Middle English: from Old French circonstance or Latin circumstantia, from circumstare ‘encircle, encompass’, from circum ‘around’ + stare ‘stand’.

词汇	circumstance
释义	Definition of circumstance in English: circumstance noun ˈsəːkəmst(ə)nsˈsəːkəmstansˈsəːkəmstɑːns 1usually circumstancesA fact or condition connected with or relevant to an event or action. 情况，条件，形势，环境 we wanted to marry but circumstances didn't permit 我们想结婚，但是条件不允许。 Example sentencesExamples Finally, the authors suggest that the second patient's difficult social circumstances affect her suitability for transplantation. Against that background I consider the particular circumstances of the two claimants. People will look at the circumstances on the ground and see what is needed. But the judgment whether exceptional circumstances exist is not quantitative only, but may be qualitative also. Strategic aims and circumstances have traditionally dictated campaign concepts. They have just faxed us to say there are unable to travel because of unforeseen circumstances beyond their control. In my view it was an opinion which is justified by the particular circumstances of the case. "I think it makes sense for colleges to take into account the life circumstances of individual applicants. We will need to take speed and circumstance into consideration if these plans are to work sensibly. Was there any other way to mitigate the wretched circumstances of his life? She knew that had the circumstances been different she would want more than his friendship. The issues would have to be judged on the circumstances at the time. In the meantime it created embarrassment and difficulties for the College in considering her extenuating circumstances. Given the difficult circumstances, they all act with incredible grace. Normally, in ordinary circumstances, his drop wouldn't have been a problem. He'd agreed to the deal very quickly, too quickly, even given the extenuating circumstances. She landed safely in his, but that had not changed the dire circumstances of the moment. She said there were special circumstances prevailing in the State that require special consideration. Where difficult circumstances arose, rather than tell lies, the organisation would be silent. Sure, he wasn't following the " exact rules, " but certain circumstances had changed them. Synonyms situation, conditions, set of conditions, state of affairs, things, position events, turn of events, incidents, occurrences, happenings, episodes factors, context, background, environment informal circs 1.1 An event or fact that causes or helps to cause something to happen, typically something undesirable. 事件，事实（引发或促使某事发生，尤指有负面效应事件的发生） he was found dead but there were no suspicious circumstances 他被发现已经死亡，但是没有可疑的致死原因。 mass noun they were thrown together by circumstance 环境使他们走到了一起。 Example sentencesExamples What is distracting about these two are the circumstances of their political demise. To be just, the law must also be flexible enough to take unusual circumstances into account. But they are thrown together by circumstance, of the imperative to experience every moment as if it were their last, which it might well be. Despite the general principle excluding liability for omissions, liability may arise in certain exceptional circumstances. Similar circumstances forced the cancellation of races at least two other times in recent years. Now, the circumstances of the aggravation as alleged by the prosecution are not correct. No one bothered to investigate the true circumstances of her death. Police say there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding the fire. But, since there are no outlined commitments to stay with each other, what if unforeseen circumstances arise? Staying would give me the opportunity to see how to make change happen in difficult circumstances. The two also have a stimulating discussion about whether murder can ever be justified by extenuating circumstances. Rumour and speculation have since run riot on the circumstances of his death. He states that there were extenuating circumstances which justify the delay in filing the income tax returns. Again, thanks to circumstances beyond our control, our competitiveness has been eroded. Now it hardly needs adding that mitigating circumstances exist for the dearth of success on the ski slopes. There is a policy, already in operation, for certain officers to carry arms, under certain unusual circumstances. Once the decision is made, barring extraordinary, unforeseen circumstances, it should not be reversed. The varying economic circumstances of different markets must be taken into account. His parents have spoken of their concerns about the circumstances of his death. "The process is sufficiently fair to cater for the exceptional circumstances of the case, " the judgment read. Synonyms the facts, the details, the particulars, the picture, how things stand, the lie of the land, how the land lies, the case British the state of play North American the lay of the land informal what's what, the score, the set-up 2circumstancesOne's state of financial or material welfare. 经济状况；物质条件 the artists are living in reduced circumstances 艺术家们生活拮据。 Example sentencesExamples The problem is rather that his material circumstances are not in his control. These rebates are much more generous to pensioners with the same level of income and other circumstances. Children in these circumstances often take on the family finances just to survive. In the end, however, moving home tends to be driven by personal rather than financial circumstances. Instead, he opted to look ahead, seeking to build his own team in improved financial circumstances. Accordingly, I am satisfied there has been no material change in your circumstances. The magistrates, who can grant financial help in extreme circumstances, turned down his request. It is on the basis of a family's financial circumstances, and I think that is proper. It was a poorly paid job and he was brought up in financially difficult circumstances. Magistrates agreed not to impose any financial penalty due to his financial circumstances. Synonyms financial/material position, financial/material situation, financial/material status, station in life, lot, lifestyle resources, means, finances, income plight, predicament 3archaic Ceremony and public display. pomp and circumstance Example sentencesExamples TV provided the circumstance of the Coronation in black and white, but the cinema adds the pomp. The celebration was a grand display of pomp and circumstance led by the students of the school. He was never someone to stand on ceremony or circumstance even if this was his last domestic game of rugby. The 40-piece ensemble promises an evening of pomp and circumstance featuring popular classics and surprises. The pomp and the circumstance is all engineered by them, not by us. Synonyms the facts, the details, the particulars, the picture, how things stand, the lie of the land, how the land lies, the case Phrases circumstances alter cases proverb One's opinion or treatment of someone or something may vary according to the prevailing circumstances. 〈谚〉人的行为因环境变化而变化；情势改变立场；情势改变态度 Example sentencesExamples It seems nothing will induce them to accept that circumstances alter cases. The central question of moral philosophy and the question I briefly addressed is where we get the rules to decide how circumstances alter cases (among other things). Noses alter faces and circumstances alter cases, as the old saying puts it. His summary of the central controversy in moral philosophy as ‘circumstances alter cases’ show his limits, however. under (or in) the circumstances Given the difficult nature of the situation. 情况既然如此 she had every right to be cross under the circumstances 情况既然这样，她绝对有权生气。 Example sentencesExamples I personally would find it difficult to maintain a detached tone under the circumstances. Otherwise it is difficult to discuss anything under the circumstances. Yet, something about his nature seemed odd under the circumstances. The ground held up very well under the circumstances but footing was difficult and the ball was extremely greasy. Next comes the question of whether this really could have been pulled off at all under the circumstances. I think we have to go ahead and do the best we can under the circumstances. You couldn't have asked for a happier ending under the circumstances, and it's all true. She was deemed to have used reasonable force under the circumstances. It's an excellent gesture, particularly under the circumstances. This request by the Prime Minister's office would therefore seem excessive under the circumstances. under (or in) no circumstances Never, whatever the situation is or might be. 决不，无论如何也不 under no circumstances may the child be identified 无论如何都不能让这孩子被认出来。 Example sentencesExamples And the thing that was in my mind was that Greece, under no circumstances whatsoever, should end up in civil war. However, under no circumstances will we transmit a piece of evidence if it could be used to back up a death sentence. But under no circumstances should you keep quiet. So, under no circumstances will there be subsidies? And remember - there is to be no short selling unless normal investors want to buy, and under no circumstances should you go short if you think the market might fall. So you're basically saying under no circumstances would you either seek or accept the vice presidential nomination? You later apologise for losing your temper, but are then given a written warning and told that under no circumstances must you act the same way again. It can help, definitely, but under no circumstances would we ever say it would cure something. I will never leave a fallen comrade to fall into the hands of the enemy and under no circumstances will I ever embarrass my country. We want to remind the public under no circumstances should anyone enter the fenced-off land. Derivatives circumstanced adjective If I were in your place (that is, if I were circumstanced in the condition in which you now find yourself), then I would consult the doctor. Example sentencesExamples To be interested in the preservation of a thing, is to be so circumstanced with respect to it as to have benefit from its existence, prejudice from its destruction. The inquiry is objective: the question is what a reasonable person, circumstanced as the actual parties were, would have understood the parties to have meant by the use of the specific language. Time and tests alone will ascertain whether an antidote can be found for those trumpeters over-afflicted with this condition, but, circumstanced as you are, I think it definitely worth a try. In this way, a social inequality arises between the powerful, the rich and the well-connected, and the poor who are not so fortunately circumstanced. Origin Middle English: from Old French circonstance or Latin circumstantia, from circumstare 'encircle, encompass', from circum 'around' + stare 'stand'. noun.1 phr. Definition of circumstance in US English: circumstance noun 1usually circumstancesA fact or condition connected with or relevant to an event or action. 情况，条件，形势，环境 we wanted to marry but circumstances didn't permit 我们想结婚，但是条件不允许。 Example sentencesExamples She landed safely in his, but that had not changed the dire circumstances of the moment. In the meantime it created embarrassment and difficulties for the College in considering her extenuating circumstances. Strategic aims and circumstances have traditionally dictated campaign concepts. Against that background I consider the particular circumstances of the two claimants. But the judgment whether exceptional circumstances exist is not quantitative only, but may be qualitative also. "I think it makes sense for colleges to take into account the life circumstances of individual applicants. They have just faxed us to say there are unable to travel because of unforeseen circumstances beyond their control. We will need to take speed and circumstance into consideration if these plans are to work sensibly. Normally, in ordinary circumstances, his drop wouldn't have been a problem. People will look at the circumstances on the ground and see what is needed. Given the difficult circumstances, they all act with incredible grace. The issues would have to be judged on the circumstances at the time. She knew that had the circumstances been different she would want more than his friendship. He'd agreed to the deal very quickly, too quickly, even given the extenuating circumstances. Finally, the authors suggest that the second patient's difficult social circumstances affect her suitability for transplantation. She said there were special circumstances prevailing in the State that require special consideration. Was there any other way to mitigate the wretched circumstances of his life? Where difficult circumstances arose, rather than tell lies, the organisation would be silent. In my view it was an opinion which is justified by the particular circumstances of the case. Sure, he wasn't following the " exact rules, " but certain circumstances had changed them. Synonyms situation, conditions, set of conditions, state of affairs, things, position 1.1 An event or fact that causes or helps to cause something to happen, typically something undesirable. 事件，事实（引发或促使某事发生，尤指有负面效应事件的发生） he was found dead but there were no suspicious circumstances 他被发现已经死亡，但是没有可疑的致死原因。 they were thrown together by circumstance 环境使他们走到了一起。 Example sentencesExamples Again, thanks to circumstances beyond our control, our competitiveness has been eroded. But they are thrown together by circumstance, of the imperative to experience every moment as if it were their last, which it might well be. What is distracting about these two are the circumstances of their political demise. He states that there were extenuating circumstances which justify the delay in filing the income tax returns. Despite the general principle excluding liability for omissions, liability may arise in certain exceptional circumstances. Now, the circumstances of the aggravation as alleged by the prosecution are not correct. No one bothered to investigate the true circumstances of her death. The two also have a stimulating discussion about whether murder can ever be justified by extenuating circumstances. Rumour and speculation have since run riot on the circumstances of his death. To be just, the law must also be flexible enough to take unusual circumstances into account. Staying would give me the opportunity to see how to make change happen in difficult circumstances. "The process is sufficiently fair to cater for the exceptional circumstances of the case, " the judgment read. His parents have spoken of their concerns about the circumstances of his death. The varying economic circumstances of different markets must be taken into account. Police say there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding the fire. Once the decision is made, barring extraordinary, unforeseen circumstances, it should not be reversed. Similar circumstances forced the cancellation of races at least two other times in recent years. But, since there are no outlined commitments to stay with each other, what if unforeseen circumstances arise? There is a policy, already in operation, for certain officers to carry arms, under certain unusual circumstances. Now it hardly needs adding that mitigating circumstances exist for the dearth of success on the ski slopes. Synonyms the facts, the details, the particulars, the picture, how things stand, the lie of the land, how the land lies, the case 2One's state of financial or material welfare. 经济状况；物质条件 the artists are living in reduced circumstances 艺术家们生活拮据。 Example sentencesExamples In the end, however, moving home tends to be driven by personal rather than financial circumstances. Children in these circumstances often take on the family finances just to survive. The magistrates, who can grant financial help in extreme circumstances, turned down his request. Magistrates agreed not to impose any financial penalty due to his financial circumstances. It was a poorly paid job and he was brought up in financially difficult circumstances. It is on the basis of a family's financial circumstances, and I think that is proper. Accordingly, I am satisfied there has been no material change in your circumstances. The problem is rather that his material circumstances are not in his control. These rebates are much more generous to pensioners with the same level of income and other circumstances. Instead, he opted to look ahead, seeking to build his own team in improved financial circumstances. Synonyms financial position, material position, financial situation, material situation, financial status, material status, station in life, lot, lifestyle Phrases under (or in) the circumstances Given the difficult nature of the situation. 情况既然如此 she had every right to be angry under the circumstances 情况既然这样，她绝对有权生气。 Example sentencesExamples I think we have to go ahead and do the best we can under the circumstances. You couldn't have asked for a happier ending under the circumstances, and it's all true. She was deemed to have used reasonable force under the circumstances. The ground held up very well under the circumstances but footing was difficult and the ball was extremely greasy. Next comes the question of whether this really could have been pulled off at all under the circumstances. This request by the Prime Minister's office would therefore seem excessive under the circumstances. I personally would find it difficult to maintain a detached tone under the circumstances. It's an excellent gesture, particularly under the circumstances. Yet, something about his nature seemed odd under the circumstances. Otherwise it is difficult to discuss anything under the circumstances. under (or in) no circumstances Never, whatever the situation is or might be. 决不，无论如何也不 under no circumstances may the child be identified 无论如何都不能让这孩子被认出来。 Example sentencesExamples But under no circumstances should you keep quiet. It can help, definitely, but under no circumstances would we ever say it would cure something. You later apologise for losing your temper, but are then given a written warning and told that under no circumstances must you act the same way again. And remember - there is to be no short selling unless normal investors want to buy, and under no circumstances should you go short if you think the market might fall. However, under no circumstances will we transmit a piece of evidence if it could be used to back up a death sentence. I will never leave a fallen comrade to fall into the hands of the enemy and under no circumstances will I ever embarrass my country. So you're basically saying under no circumstances would you either seek or accept the vice presidential nomination? We want to remind the public under no circumstances should anyone enter the fenced-off land. And the thing that was in my mind was that Greece, under no circumstances whatsoever, should end up in civil war. So, under no circumstances will there be subsidies? Origin Middle English: from Old French circonstance or Latin circumstantia, from circumstare ‘encircle, encompass’, from circum ‘around’ + stare ‘stand’. noun.1 phr.
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