[Grammar] Under/In the circumstance of higher inflation

[uktous]

Hi,

Question:
Should I say "In or under" ?

Sentence:
Under/In the circumstance of higher inflation, houses will be more expensive and living standard will be lower.


thanks

 

[emsr2d2]

Hi,

Question:
Should I say "In or under" ?

Sentence:
Under/In the circumstance of higher inflation, houses will be more expensive and living standard will be lower.


thanks

I would say "In times of higher inflation, houses are more expensive and the standard of living is lower."

"Under the circumstances..." is usually followed by a statement of something someone is willing to do because of those circumstances.

You have no money. Under the circumstances, I will give you a free meal.

 

[5jj]

But, if you are going to use the expression, both 'in' and 'under' are acceptable.

 

[konungursvia]

I prefer 'in.'