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〜とあっては: if it is a case of ...; given that

N1 · 03 Reasons and causes

Says that in a special situation, one can't act otherwise.

Noun or plain clause + とあっては. The first part is a serious condition (a boss's order, a favor), the second part says "I must/cannot". Compare 〜とあれば, which is willing; this one is more "no choice".

Examples

恩人おんじんの頼たのみとあっては、断ことわるわけにはいかない。

Since it is a request from my benefactor, I cannot refuse.

社長しゃちょうの命令めいれいとあっては、従したがうしかない。

Given that it is the president's order, I have no choice but to obey.

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