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therefore

adverb

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Meaning

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For that reason; consequently; as a result.

Example Sentence

The team practiced diligently every day, therefore they were confident they would win the championship.

Usage Note

Use 'therefore' to connect a cause or reason to its logical outcome or conclusion. It signals that what follows is a direct result of what was stated before, helping to build a clear argument or explanation.

Synonyms

consequently hence thus so accordingly ergo

Antonyms

because since as for initially firstly

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