extenuating
Example Sentences
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The mortgage agreement for the Arizona property required them to occupy the home as their “principal residence” for at least a year, barring “extenuating circumstances” or the lender allowing them to violate the stipulation.
From Salon
Swansea University students can access a carers passport to help facilitate reasonable adjustments and extenuating circumstances.
From BBC
After the public backlash, Taiwan announced additional exemptions for individuals with extenuating circumstances such as financial hardship, medical needs or safety concerns about traveling to China to search for records.
From Los Angeles Times
He added that there were “extenuating circumstances” that he believed could factor into the case, but provided no details.
From Los Angeles Times
Kasten said the Dodgers and other teams try to accommodate fans with extenuating circumstances.
From Los Angeles Times
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