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cause and effect

[kawz-uhnd-i-fekt, -uhn-] / ˈkɔz ənd ɪˈfɛkt, -ən- /




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However, researchers stress that observational studies alone cannot prove cause and effect.

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026

Because this kind of study can show an association but cannot prove cause and effect, the takeaway is not that B12 is dangerous.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

Because this was an observational study, it cannot prove cause and effect.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

The Nobel laureate’s work transformed how central banks understand cause and effect in the economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

And this brings us to Hume’s third category of connections, cause and effect.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker




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