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circumstance

[sur-kuhm-stans, -stuhns] / ˈsɜr kəmˌstæns, -stəns /


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An SAI is any event or circumstance that led or could have led to unintended or unexpected harm, loss, or damage.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

“And it’s only an unfortunate circumstance of this huge epidemic that we were able to get samples and look at chains of transmission and really understand what the virus is doing to people.”

From MarketWatch • May 17, 2026

His intense focus can help take the emotion out of any unforeseen circumstance.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

The surprising revelation was part of a torrent of flattery, pomp and circumstance unleashed by Trump as Charles and Queen Camilla visited the White House.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Back in the hospital, I find Johanna in the same circumstance and spitting mad.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins




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