circumstance
Meaning
A circumstance is a condition or fact that affects a situation or event, often influencing decisions or outcomes.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "circumstance" with "situation"; the former often implies specific conditions affecting events.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Tom
planned
to
meet
his
friend
at
the
small
caf
é
after
work
,
but
the
train
was
delayed
and
he
arrived
late
.
He
sat
by
the
window
,
watched
people
passing
and
checked
his
phone
to
explain
the
circumstance
that
caused
the
delay
.
The
waiter
brought
a
warm
cup
of
coffee
and
a
small
pastry
,
which
helped
him
relax
.
When
his
friend
finally
arrived
,
they
laughed
and
talked
about
their
busy
day
until
the
street
lights
came
on
.
Common Phrases
under normal circumstances
in any circumstance
given the circumstances
Synonyms
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