exceptional conditions
[ɪkˈsɛpʃənəl kənˈdɪʃənz]
noun phrase
condições excepcionais
1. Unusual, remarkable, or extraordinary circumstances that deviate significantly from normal or standard situations
The bridge was closed under exceptional conditions due to the severe storm.
A ponte foi fechada sob condições excepcionais devido à tempestade severa.
2. Special circumstances that justify departure from normal rules or procedures
The policy allows exceptions only under exceptional conditions.
A política permite exceções apenas sob condições excepcionais.
3. Rare or outstanding circumstances requiring special consideration or treatment
The company made an exception under exceptional conditions for this particular case.
A empresa fez uma exceção sob condições excepcionais para este caso particular.
This phrase is commonly used in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese in formal, legal, and business contexts. In Brazil, it frequently appears in government documents, contracts, and institutional policies when justifying deviations from standard procedures. The term conveys formality and suggests legitimacy for exceptions.
Related Idioms & Phrases
under exceptional conditions
in exceptional conditions
due to exceptional conditions
exceptional circumstances warrant
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