Under these circumstances
Example: Under these circumstances, we should stay indoors today.
Definition
"Under these circumstances" is an expression used to refer to the specific conditions or situation currently existing, implying that a particular action or decision is appropriate given those conditions. For example, it suggests a course of action based on the present context.
Etymology
The phrase "under these circumstances" originates from the combination of 'under,' meaning 'subject to' or 'in the context of,' and 'circumstances,' referring to the conditions or facts surrounding an event. It has been used in English since the 16th century to indicate the situational context influencing decisions or actions.
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"Under these circumstances" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B1) - set 1", containing 123 commonly used expressions.
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