beyond one's control

phrase

—used to indicate that no intervention will help things
The circumstances are beyond our control.

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Many commenters emphasize that success is a combination of both, acknowledging that while hard work is crucial, luck and circumstances beyond one's control also play a significant role. — Razzan Nakhlawi, Washington Post, 7 Nov. 2026

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“Beyond one's control.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beyond%20one%27s%20control. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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