changed circumstance
[ˈtʃeɪndʒd ˈsɜːrkəmstæns]
noun phrasepl: changed circumstances
circunstância alterada
1. A situation or condition that has become different from what it was before; an alteration in existing conditions that affects plans, agreements, or expectations
Due to changed circumstances, the company had to postpone the merger indefinitely.
Devido às circunstâncias alteradas, a empresa teve que adiar o acordo indefinidamente.
2. In legal contexts, a significant change in conditions that may justify modification or termination of a contract or agreement
The contract included a clause allowing termination in case of changed circumstances.
O contrato incluía uma cláusula permitindo rescisão em caso de circunstâncias alteradas.
3. An unexpected or unforeseen change in one's personal or professional situation
Given the changed circumstances of the pandemic, many employees transitioned to remote work.
Dadas as circunstâncias alteradas da pandemia, muitos funcionários fizeram transição para o trabalho remoto.
This phrase is commonly used in Brazilian business and legal environments, particularly in contract negotiations and employment disputes. In the USA, it's frequently invoked in legal proceedings and corporate restructuring. The concept is also culturally relevant in both countries when discussing personal life changes such as job loss, relocation, or family situations that necessitate plan adjustments.
NYC Slang
things ain't the same / everything's different now
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