circumstance

Example Sentences

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“These are stories about people who are in the middle of impossible circumstances, who can’t see what the lesson is yet, or whether there’s light on the other side,” she says.

From Los Angeles Times

Whatever the case, the Mayas’ circumstances and worldview no doubt informed their response to these interrelated pressures.

From The Wall Street Journal

France, who retained the title in the most dramatic of circumstances by beating England in Paris, also have four players chosen, while Italy and Scotland boast three inclusions and Wales one.

From BBC

The circumstances of his release are unclear and his asylum case is still pending.

From Barron's

I think she must be doing well emotionally, of course, considering the circumstances.

From Barron's