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because

[bih-kawz, -koz, -kuhz] / bɪˈkɔz, -ˈkɒz, -ˈkʌz /




Usage

What are other ways to say because? The conjunction because introduces a direct reason for an occurrence or action: I was sleeping because I was tired. As and since are so casual as to imply merely circumstances attendant on the main statement: As (or since) I was tired, I was sleeping. The reason, proof, or justification introduced by for is like an afterthought or a parenthetical statement: I was famished, for I had not eaten all day. The more formal inasmuch as implies concession; the main statement is true in view of the circumstances introduced by this conjunction: Inasmuch as I was tired, it seemed best to sleep.

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"It's essential to go and vote, because the future, I believe, depends on us," said Daria, a 35-year-old manicurist.

From Barron's Sep. 16, 2026

The rules are slightly clearer when flying internationally because the EU and U.K. have more robust passenger rights.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 16, 2026

This has sent a minor shockwave through the aircraft manufacturing industry because GKN is one of surprisingly few companies, anywhere in the world, that make aircraft windows – highly engineered, safety-critical parts for planes.

From BBC Sep. 15, 2026

In 2024, Sachs accepted this version of notification because students were not singled out for different treatment on the basis of their gender.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 15, 2026

I’m taken off guard, because we almost never even say the word Flash, let alone talk about it.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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