Definition: That which attends, or relates to, or in some way affects, a fact or event; an attendant thing or state of things.

Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look today, At a word that often comes up and wants to play! It's “circumstances,” a tricky little phrase, Let’s break it down in so many ways. The dictionary gives us quite the clue, "That which attends, or relates to, or in some way affects…." Think of it like this – it’s not just one thing you see, But everything around a fact, for you and me! “An attendant thing or state of things,” you’ll find, Means extra details, shaping your mind. Like if a painter starts a brand new scene, The weather, the light – those are circumstances keen! Let's say you tried to bake a cake with glee, But the oven broke down for all to see. That broken oven affected what you planned, Those are the “circumstances” close at hand. It’s about the context, how things combine, To shape an event, in a particular line. Do you have any questions? Don't be shy, Let's explore this word beneath your eye!