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Under those circumstances

UK//ˈʌndə ðəʊz ˈsɜːkəmstænsɪz//US//ˈʌndər ðoʊz ˈsɜrkəmstænsɪz//

Meaning of Under those circumstances

Considered when specific conditions or situations apply.

In simple words: in that situation

Under those circumstances in a sentence

  • Under those circumstances, we must reconsider our strategy.
  • I can't agree to the proposal under those circumstances.
  • The decision was made under those circumstances after much deliberation.

How to use Under those circumstances

Use this phrase when discussing specific conditions. It's preferred in formal writing or speeches but less so in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'under' like a roof, sheltering you from 'those circumstances' outside.

Related words

Collocations with Under those circumstances

  • consider under those circumstances
  • act under those circumstances
  • decide under those circumstances

Synonyms for Under those circumstances

  • in that situation
  • given that
  • in that case
  • under such conditions

Opposites of Under those circumstances

  • under different circumstances
  • in other conditions
  • in alternate situations

Common mistakes with Under those circumstances

  • Omitting 'those' and saying 'under circumstances'
  • Using it in informal speech
  • Confusing it with 'in those circumstances'

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Frequently asked questions about Under those circumstances

What does Under those circumstances mean?

in that situation

What is the definition of Under those circumstances?

Considered when specific conditions or situations apply.

How do you use Under those circumstances in a sentence?

Under those circumstances, we must reconsider our strategy.

Can you give another example of Under those circumstances?

I can't agree to the proposal under those circumstances.

What are synonyms for Under those circumstances?

Common alternatives include in that situation, given that, in that case, under such conditions.

What is the opposite of Under those circumstances?

Opposite meanings include under different circumstances, in other conditions, in alternate situations.

What words go with Under those circumstances?

It commonly pairs with consider under those circumstances, act under those circumstances, decide under those circumstances.

What are common mistakes when using Under those circumstances?

Omitting 'those' and saying 'under circumstances' Using it in informal speech Confusing it with 'in those circumstances'

How do you pronounce Under those circumstances?

US: //ˈʌndər ðoʊz ˈsɜrkəmstænsɪz//, UK: //ˈʌndə ðəʊz ˈsɜːkəmstænsɪz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Under those circumstances formal or informal?

"Under those circumstances" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Under those circumstances?

Use this phrase when discussing specific conditions. It's preferred in formal writing or speeches but less so in casual conversations.