under the circumstances
idiom
: in this specific situation
There is nothing we can do under the circumstances.
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Lee Gelernt, an ACLU attorney for the Venezuelan nationals, faced numerous questions from the judges early in the hearing over claims that the Alien Enemies Act could not apply to Tren de Aragua under the circumstances Trump declared in his proclamation.
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Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 30 June 2025
What is the rule of etiquette under the circumstances?
—Jeanne Phillips, Mercury News, 13 June 2025
Administrative Law Judge Karl-Fredric Seligman acknowledged the financial strain on policyholders but said the rate hike was a necessary measure under the circumstances.
—Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2025
Ospreay's ability to compete in such a demanding main event under the circumstances is a testament to his professionalism.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 June 2025
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Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 30 June 2025
What is the rule of etiquette under the circumstances?
—Jeanne Phillips, Mercury News, 13 June 2025
Administrative Law Judge Karl-Fredric Seligman acknowledged the financial strain on policyholders but said the rate hike was a necessary measure under the circumstances.
—Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2025
Ospreay's ability to compete in such a demanding main event under the circumstances is a testament to his professionalism.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for under the circumstances
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“Under the circumstances.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/under%20the%20circumstances. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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