why

Example Sentences

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Asked why he pushed the girl, he said: "I thought she was going to do something."

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

In direct-to-camera interviews, residents provide brief glimpses of their backgrounds and explain why they’re so excited about the parade.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The Justice Department did not respond to questions about why it pursued its case in Texas.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

That’s why this isn’t going away in the United States.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

New people—that was part of why I loved this place.

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