Considering Peter’s circumstance, is there any way we could extend the due date? vs Considering Peter’s circumstances, is there any way we could extend the due date?

Both phrases are correct, but they differ in the number agreement of the word 'circumstance/circumstances'. The first phrase uses 'circumstance' (singular), while the second phrase uses 'circumstances' (plural). The correct choice depends on whether you are referring to a single situation or multiple factors affecting Peter. Both are commonly used in English.

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Considering Peter’s circumstance, is there any way we could extend the due date?

This phrase is correct, but it refers to a singular situation or condition affecting Peter.

This phrase is used when referring to a single circumstance or situation that is relevant to the discussion.

Examples:

Considering Peter's circumstance, we decided to grant him an extension.
Given the circumstance, we are willing to make an exception.
In this circumstance, we can be flexible with the deadline.

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Is there any way we can do this...
Listen, Is there any way we can do this he knows that without you're a, you know...
Boss, is there any way we can take separate cars?
Tara, is there any way...
Is there any way we can get the real deal?
Is there any way we can postpone this meeting?
Now under those circumstances, is there any way that that dynamite charge could have caused those injuries to Diamond?
Charmaine: Tara, is there any way...
Lieutenant, is there any way we could generate a short burst of impulse?
Tony, is there any way we can alter Tora's trajectory?
Lieutenant, is there any way we could generate a short burst of impulse?
Shasta, is there any way we could sit down and have a little chat?
But then I started thinking, is there any way we can use this effort for something that is good for humanity?
Listen, on second thought, is there any way we can get that password a little faster?
So, is there any way we could fish it out?
Claire, is there any way we can send someone in my place?
Doctor, is there any way we can postpone this a couple hours?
Is there any way we can give him a promotion of some kind?
Is there any way we could get some DVDs or popcorn or something?
Is there any way we can reverse the lock down mechanism?

Alternatives:

Considering Peter's situation, is there any way we could extend the due date?
Considering Peter's condition, is there any way we could extend the due date?

Considering Peter’s circumstances, is there any way we could extend the due date?

This phrase is correct and refers to multiple factors or situations affecting Peter.

This phrase is used when referring to various circumstances or situations that are relevant to the discussion.

Examples:

Considering Peter's circumstances, we need to be understanding of his situation.
Given the circumstances, it would be fair to extend the deadline.
In these circumstances, we should be flexible with the due date.

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Is there any way we can do this...
Listen, Is there any way we can do this he knows that without you're a, you know...
Boss, is there any way we can take separate cars?
Tara, is there any way...
Is there any way we can get the real deal?
Is there any way we can postpone this meeting?
Now under those circumstances, is there any way that that dynamite charge could have caused those injuries to Diamond?
Charmaine: Tara, is there any way...
Lieutenant, is there any way we could generate a short burst of impulse?
Tony, is there any way we can alter Tora's trajectory?
Lieutenant, is there any way we could generate a short burst of impulse?
Shasta, is there any way we could sit down and have a little chat?
But then I started thinking, is there any way we can use this effort for something that is good for humanity?
Listen, on second thought, is there any way we can get that password a little faster?
So, is there any way we could fish it out?
Claire, is there any way we can send someone in my place?
Doctor, is there any way we can postpone this a couple hours?
Is there any way we can give him a promotion of some kind?
Is there any way we could get some DVDs or popcorn or something?
Is there any way we can reverse the lock down mechanism?

Alternatives:

Considering Peter's situation, is there any way we could extend the due date?
Considering Peter's conditions, is there any way we could extend the due date?

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Considering Peter’s circumstance, is there any way we could extend the due date? vs Considering Peter’s circumstances, is there any way we could extend the due date?