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Words related to circumstance
cir·cum·stance
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circumstantial
Circumstantial evidence is evidence that makes it seem likely that something happened, but does not prove it. -
conflict of interest
a conflict between one's obligation to the public good and one's self-interest, as in the case of a public officeholder who owns stock in a company seeking government contracts -
reason
a basis or cause, as for some belief, action, fact, event, etc.: the reason for declaring war. -
relate
to tell; give an account of (an event, circumstance, etc.). -
absolute impediment
a fact or circumstance that disqualifies a person from lawful marriage. -
accident
An accident happens when a vehicle hits a person, an object, or another vehicle, causing injury or damage.