1
as in destiny
a state or end that seemingly has been decided beforehand
the condemned murderer seemed indifferent to his circumstance
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as in event
something that happens
due to unexpected circumstances, the test will be postponed
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as in luck
the uncertain course of events
I was a victim of circumstance, for nothing that I could have done would have made a difference
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Recent Examples of circumstance
What To Know Moore, who joined RHOA in Season 5 and became a central figure, has been outspoken about the circumstances surrounding her suspension.
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
While there may be some benefits, health effects will vary depending on individual circumstances and how the diet is followed.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2025
Face Challenges Without Fear Every leader runs across difficult circumstances.
—Chris Gallagher, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2025
An inquest held on Monday, April 7, at Nottingham Coroners' Court heard the circumstances surrounding the death of Helaleh Cheraghmakani, BBC News and the Nottingham Post reported.
—David Chiu, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
While there may be some benefits, health effects will vary depending on individual circumstances and how the diet is followed.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2025
Face Challenges Without Fear Every leader runs across difficult circumstances.
—Chris Gallagher, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2025
An inquest held on Monday, April 7, at Nottingham Coroners' Court heard the circumstances surrounding the death of Helaleh Cheraghmakani, BBC News and the Nottingham Post reported.
—David Chiu, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for circumstance
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While Bryson has always had Jamar around for advice and guidance, the elder Nesbit has seen his son take control of his destiny.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2025
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If the small distance between the white dwarfs wasn't evidence enough of their doomed destiny, their combined mass certainly sealed their fate.—
Margherita Bassi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
9 Apr. 2025
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These events devastate local communities not just as the tragedy unfolds but in its aftermath.—
Shoshi Parks,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 Apr. 2025
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Volunteering with professional organizations or at industry events is another powerful way to demonstrate your skills, initiative, and passion for your field.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The massive success can be seen in real time, as the electronic signup sheet typically fills up and spills over onto a waitlist within minutes of it being emailed out—we’ve tried each month to snag a spot with no luck, just to test this theory.—
Sophie Liza Cannon,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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And if this isn’t an isolated incident, then this presents a huge problem for the remnants of humanity, most of whom have survived through a mixture of luck and simply being able to outthink these single-minded creatures.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
13 Apr. 2025
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As the dust settles on season 1 of the series, the fate of Double K is still up in the air.—
Francesca Gariano,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Their first trial ended in a mistrial, when jurors couldn't agree on their fate.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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And don't forget to follow Allure on Instagram and TikTok, or subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on all things beauty.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
10 Apr. 2025
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As things stand, the Kings would host the Dallas Mavericks for a chance to move on in the tournament and play for the No. 8 seed in the next round.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Fire’s best chance came in the 88th minute when Jonathan Bamba’s point-blank shot was stopped by Ustari.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2025
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The 46 economists surveyed by Wolters Kluwer Blue Chip Economic Indicators estimate a 47% chance of recession, up from 25% in February.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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According to the news release from the Los Angeles Police Department, the incident occurred Tuesday afternoon, April 8, after California Highway Patrol requested backup in locating three misdemeanor hit-and-run suspects who fled into a residential neighborhood of Eagle Rock in Los Angeles.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Metropolitan Washington Airport Authority also confirmed the incident in a statement.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Lacy already was facing criminal charges stemming from a fatal car accident in Louisiana last December that had clouded his NFL prospects.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2025
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In January, Lacy was charged with negligent homicide, felony hit-and-run and reckless operation of a vehicle after police said Lacy caused a December 17 automobile accident in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, that killed 78-year-old Herman Hall and injured two other people.—
Wayne Sterling,
CNN Money,
13 Apr. 2025
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“Circumstance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/circumstance. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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