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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.

Example Sentences

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Still, she said, she had no idea when she could go home and was upset she had not grabbed food for the pets because she did not think she would be gone so long.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

However, he says WiFi networks pose a unique concern because they are nearly everywhere and largely invisible.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

Customers frequently switch between apps chasing discounts because the experience differs little across platforms, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

The "typical time" for companies to process warrants is "in the range of six weeks, because it's sort of first in, first out," he said.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

But then I didn’t have to, because the explanation stepped out of the trees and onto the grass beside us, sunlight bouncing off her perfect strands, and looking like a freaking goddess.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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