Under The Circumstances (Adverb)
Meaning
Because of prevailing conditions; "under the circumstances I cannot buy the house".
Examples
- Under the circumstances I don't think it's a good idea to go on a road trip right now.
- The airline apologized for the delay and offered a complimentary meal under the circumstances.
- Given the severe weather forecast, we've decided to postpone the outdoor wedding under the circumstances.
- Under the circumstances it would be unreasonable to expect her to finish the project on time.
- The judge took a lenient approach under the circumstances and reduced the sentence accordingly.