Meaning of extenuating

1. Despite the extenuating circumstances, he still chose to take responsibility for his actions.
2. The judge took into account the extenuating factors when sentencing the defendant.
3. I understand there were extenuating circumstances, but that doesn't excuse what happened.
4. She tried to explain the extenuating circumstances that led to her being late for work.
5. The doctor considered the extenuating medical factors before making a diagnosis.
6. The school had a policy of considering extenuating circumstances when students requested extensions on assignments.
7. The lawyer argued that there were extenuating circumstances that should be taken into consideration during the trial.
8. Despite the extenuating circumstances, she was determined to overcome the obstacles in her path.
9. He tried to use his extenuating circumstances as an excuse for his behavior, but no one was convinced.
10. The company policy allowed for flexibility in cases of extenuating circumstances that affected employees' ability to work.