English / phrase
under the circumstances
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Considering the prevailing situation, facts, or unavoidable conditions
In context
01
Under the circumstances, taking an afternoon off to comfort a grieving friend was the right choice.
02
They stayed remarkably loyal and supported one another under the circumstances.
Synonyms
given the situation,in the light of events,considering everything
Antonyms
regardless,irrespective
Collocations
best under the circumstances,understandable under the circumstances,reasonable under the circumstances