Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
normal circumstances
Phrase
/ˈnɔːrml ˈsɜːrkəmˌstænsɪz/

Definition
Situations or conditions that are typical and expected, without any unusual alterations or disruptions.

Examples
- Under normal circumstances, the meeting would start at 9 AM.
- People tend to behave differently than they would under normal circumstances.
- We usually operate efficiently in normal circumstances.

Meaning
The phrase refers to the standard and unaltered environment or situation in which events typically occur.

Synonyms
- Ordinary situations
- Typical conditions
- Standard situations