circumstances
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She met him during her visit, and discovered that the real circumstances about her separation from her biological family were very different from what her adoption papers said.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
In order to treat everyone fairly, Johnson said, officers have to be aware of "seeing people's differences, recognising circumstances and then treating people accordingly".
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Some of the same workers are taking part in the current strike, but say that it is happening under very different circumstances.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
Members of Casias’ family confirmed the new finding but appeared to have questions about the circumstances around the death, according to a statement.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
“Under no circumstances am I to be disturbed,” he announced, “for I am hungry beyond endurance, and I require absolute silence to gain the full enjoyment of my meal.”
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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Richard Nixon's "Checkers" Speech (1952)
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