under what circumstances (/ˈʌn.dər wɒt ˈsɜː.kəm.stæn.sɪz/)
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🔊 /ˈʌn.dər wɒt ˈsɜː.kəm.stæn.sɪz/
Meaning
Meaning: in what situation
Used to ask in which situation or conditions something applies.
Examples
🗣 Under what circumstances would you ever break that promise?
Etymology
A phrase using ‘circumstances’ (Latin ‘circumstantia’, standing around).
How & Where It’s Used
A formal way to ask about conditions or situations.
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Tags: question, condition