circle circulate circumstance cite circle n. (1) a perfectly round shape
She drew a circle around the correct answer.
We"ve been driving in circles for hours!
We"ve been trying to decide how to improve the system, but we just keep going around in circles.
(2) a group of people who do something together, are friends, belong to the same profession, etc.
She has a large circle of friends.
She is well-known in political circles.
v. to form a circle around something
This is the ring road that circles the city.
circulate v. (1) to move without stopping through a system, place, etc.
Blood circulates through the body.
(2) to go or spread from one person or place to another
Rumors are circulating around town.
The report circulated among the students.
circulation n.
The Daily News once had the highest circulation of any daily in the country.
Anyone with heart or circulation problems should seek medical advice before flying.
circumstance n. (1) a condition or fact that affects a situation
I can"t imagine a circumstance in which I would do that.
It is impossible under these circumstances to meet our deadline.
Due to circumstances beyond our control, the flight is canceled.
(2) the way something happens, the specific details of an event
The circumstances of his death are suspicious.
(3) an event or situation that you cannot control
She says that her client is a victim of circumstance and should not be blamed for the accident.
Like any international manager, Catelli can count himself a prisoner of circumstance.
cite v. (1) to write or say the words of a book, author, etc.; to quote
The article cites several experts on the subject.
(2) to mention especially as an example or to support an idea or opinion
The museum had often been cited as an example of successful fund-raising.
He cited evidence suggesting she was in the area when the crime was committed.
(3) to officially and publicly honor someone for something done
She was cited for bravery.Why are America"s kids so stressed The report ______ two main causes, increasing physical isolation and a growing perception that the world is a more dangerous place.