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16 substitutes for “because” or “because of”.
Many words or phrases can be used to set up an explanation. The most common is because (or “because of”), but others have their uses. Here are alternatives and a discussion of their uses and their merits.
1. As : As is a direct synonym for because (for example, “He opted not to go see the movie, as it had gotten poor reviews”), but it’s inferior.
2. As a result of : This phrase is a substitute for “because of,” not because , as in “As a result of his intervention, the case was reopened and they were ultimately exonerated.”
3. As long as : This informal equivalent of because is used to express the thought that given that one thing is occurring or will occur or is true, another is possible, in such statements as “As long as you’re going, could you pick some things up for me?”
4. Being as (or being as how or being that): This phrase has the same sense — and the same formality — as “as long as.”
5. Considering that : This phrase is essentially identical in meaning to “as long as” and “being as” and its variants.
6. Due to : Like “as a result of,” “due to” is a preposition, rather than a conjunction like because , and is used in place not of because alone but instead of “because of.” It applies specifically to an explanation of why something occurred or will or will not occur, as in “Due to the large number of applications, we cannot respond individually to each applicant.”
7. For : This substitute for because is reserved for poetic usage, as in “Let us eat and drink, for tomorrow we die.”
8. Inasmuch as : This phrase is a very formal equivalent of because , as in “Inasmuch as his account has been discredited, I wouldn’t believe anything else he says.”
9. In view of the fact that : This phrase is identical in sense to “inasmuch as.”
10. Now that : This phrase informally connotes cause and effect, as in “Now that you’re here, we can proceed.”
11. Out of : This phrase applies to explanations of emotion or feeling — for example, “She asked out of compassion” or “Out of spite, I refrained from passing the message along.”
12. Owing to : This phrase is equivalent to “due to”; the two choices are more formal than “because of.”
13. Seeing that : This phrase is identical to “considering that.”
14. Since : This alternative to because is informal and is considered inferior because since primarily refers to elapsed time and the usage might be confused, as in “Since it had rained, we didn’t need to water the garden”; the reader might not realize until reading the second half of the sentence that the sense is causal rather than temporal.
15. Thanks to : This equivalent of “because of,” despite the wording, can apply to either a positive or a negative outcome; “Thanks to your meddling, we’re receiving much unwanted attention” demonstrates the latter sense.
16. Through : Through is a preposition; it takes the place of “because of,” as in “Through the efforts of these charities, the city’s homeless services have been reinstated.”
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11 thoughts on “16 Substitutes for “Because” or “Because Of””
I like “allowing as how” — it has a sort of folksy twang, useful in certain contexts.
Mark, could you please explain why “as” is inferior to “because”?
I don’t have time to comment as much as I’d like, but my mother would have yanked my tongue out of my throat if I had said “being as,” “seeing as,” (or any of the variations) in range of her ears. Maybe that is a north vs south kind of thing, I don’t know.
Also, I know you’ve already posted about “due to” and “owing to,” and I feel those phrases should be reserved for the specific occasions when they are correct. Otherwise, IMHO I would use “secondary to” or something like that, when something is not actually “due” (i.e. owed) to anyone/anything.
“In view of the fact that” should NOT even be mentioned because it is WORDY, WORDY, WORDY, UNNECESSARILY WORDY. Please do not even consider such wordy concatenations!
Also, as far as I am concerned, “owing to” is strictly British English and it must be avoided in North America on that basis. “In light of the fact that” has the same two problems as the above.
I would rather see a string of Latin and French phrases than to see any of the above. E.g.: That is “prima facie” evidence of the “a priori” fate that the Blue Bird should pull your tongue and uvula out “en masse”! D.A.W.
Here is another example of (American Southern) dialects replacing “because”: “Give me $4.00 now: I’m standing in the need of a beer.” D.A.W.
It’s just a matter of degree of acceptance in standard English usage; as in the sense of because is considered colloquial, and not appropriate for formal writing.
“Because” is actually a golden word in copywriting. It’s one of the strongest hooks in the profession, because it’s a great setup to prove whatever claims you’re making about a product or service.
The list above, while handy for term papers and proposals, would be death for any sales-focused or marketing writing.
The word “as” is one of those favorite words from British English, and I think that Amercian and Canadian English do a lot better with “because” and “since”.
Isn’t it probable that “as” wormed its way into use because of the ridiculous tabloids? I think that American tabloids are horrid, and the British ones are even worse! D.A.W.
Sorry for the typographical error: American. Mea culpa.
to D. A. W. you need to chill the list above can be very useful for high school essays
Few of those 16 examples are of any real usefulness to a writer. “I guess you could substitute a stick for a 2×4, but why would you?”
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30+ Alternatives for “Because”: A Word List for Writers
Because Overuse: A Challenge to Overcome
Readers may raise their eyebrows if they encounter multiple repetitions of because within a short passage . Although finding replacements for a building block of the English language is tricky, it’s not impossible.
This post contains more than thirty alternatives for because.
Does This News Item Irritate You?
Because of the prevailing political climate, those in office avoid encounters with the press. They say it’s because of busy schedules, but their constituents say it’s because the politicians don’t want to stand up for “what’s right.”
Can we rewrite to exclude because ?
With the prevailing political climate, those in office avoid the press. They blame busy schedules, but their constituents disagree, accusing the politicians of not standing up for “what’s right.”
The succinct version relays the same message in a more engaging manner.
Let’s Review a Statement Made by an Ecological Group
Because of GMOs (genetically modified organisms), humans may one day find themselves facing extinction. We need to act now, because waiting is not an option, because procrastination puts us and future generations at risk, because soon every crop and every animal species used for food will have been genetically modified. Do you want to tell your children and your grandchildren that you didn’t act because you were afraid of the GMO bullies?
Can we lower the word count and strengthen the message like we did in the previous example?
GMOs (genetically modified organisms) may one day cause the extinction of humans. Soon, every crop and animal species used for food will have been genetically modified. Prompt action is crucial; procrastination endangers us and future generations. Do you want to tell your children and grandchildren that your fear of the GMO bullies resulted in apathy rather than action?
Fewer words. More direct message. Engaged readers.
However, some writers might prefer the repetitions in the sentence that begins with We need to act now . Like the lyrics of “We’re Off to See the Wizard,” which repeats because multiple times as an intentional literary device, the sentence could function as it stands.
Wilbur Faces a Smelly Dilemma
Because Wilbur’s cologne had offended the noses of all partygoers in the banquet hall, he slipped into the men’s bathroom for a quick wash. Truth be told, he looked forward to removing the cologne from his pits, because it burned. He stripped to the waist. Unfortunately, his efforts were thwarted somewhat, because he couldn’t find any soap. Because of that, he splashed generous quantities of plain water over his upper body.
When he returned to the banquet hall a few minutes later, he couldn’t figure out why everyone was gawking at him. Until he looked down and realized it was because his crotch was dripping wet.
Poor Wilbur. Can we tighten the narrative?
Wilbur’s cologne had offended the noses of all partygoers in the banquet hall. No problem. He slipped into the men’s bathroom for a quick wash, looking forward to removing the burning cologne from his pits. After stripping to the waist, he couldn’t find any soap. Oh well, plain water is almost as good.
When he returned to the banquet hall a few minutes later, he couldn’t figure out why everyone was gawking at him. Until he glanced down and realized his crotch was soaked.
Which version do you prefer? Note the addition of two internal-dialogue snippets.
Perhaps a Colon, Semicolon, Em Dash, or Period Would Solve the Problem
She had no reason to be disappointed , because he showed up on time.
She had no reason to be disappointed: He showed up on time.
She walked to work because her car was out of gas.
She walked to work; her car was out of gas.
I need to go to the meeting because my boss isn’t available.
I need to go to the meeting — my boss isn’t available.
He was confused because the test didn’t make any sense.
He was confused . The test didn’t make any sense.
Direct Replacements for Because
My preference for replacing because, or short phrases including it, is to reword. However, the following suggestions will help if you don’t have the time or desire for more extensive edits. Beware: Some alternatives will contribute to word bloat . Others might be best suited for dialogue, awkward narrators, or period fiction.
as Because As the woman had no friends, she walked alone.
as a consequence Obesity has soared in many countries because as a consequence of poor diet and lack of exercise.
as a result Because As a result of his impudence, the teacher gave him a detention.
as long as Because As long as she studied, she received excellent marks.
as things go Because As things go , if he thinks he can win, he will.
being that (not my favorite phrase, folks) Because Being that he arrived late, he missed the appetizer tray.
by reason He was found not guilty because by reason of insanity.
by virtue He received a medal because by virtue of his bravery.
consequently She works out every day. Because of that Consequently , she is well-toned and healthy.
considering Because of Considering the extenuating circumstances, I will forgive his absence.
due to Because of Due to a tornado warning, everyone evacuated the fairgrounds.
for He loved her because of for her enthusiasm and loyalty.
for the reason that (another phrase I dislike) The process is tedious, because for the reason that every step must be verified by three people.
for the sake The government must reduce its spending because for the sake of the economy.
forasmuch as The stable boy readied the horse and carriage because forasmuch as the mistress desired to drive into town. (Archaic; useful for historical novels. Forasmuch as also appears in some legal documents.)
given that Because Given that herbicides were banned, the landscaper had to search for other means of weed control.
in light Because In light of her excellent references, we decided to hire her.
in that His essay was believable, because in that he supported his arguments with comprehensive data.
inasmuch as Because Inasmuch as the patient had contracted a contagious infection, visitors were required to wear gowns and masks.
in view Because In view of the overwhelming evidence that pollution causes so many deaths, the government passed a new Clean Air Act.
in view of the fact that Because In view of the fact that nobody RSVPed to the invitations, the organizers cancelled the concert.
knowing as how (yet another iffy phrase) He decided to pack his bags and leave, because knowing as how she didn’t want him around anymore.
now that We can begin the staff meeting because now that the boss has arrived.
on account He can’t run the marathon because on account of his sprained ankle.
on the grounds that We are rejecting your story because on the grounds that it doesn’t fit the theme of our publication.
out She trembled because out of fear .
owing to Because of Owing to her poor interpersonal skills, she was demoted.
owing to the fact that Because Owing to the fact that a violent storm swept over the stadium, the game was cancelled.
seeing Because of Seeing her anger, he decided to keep his mouth shut.
seeing that Because Seeing that the woodpecker had hammered on the window every morning for a week, she set up a motion-sensitive alarm to scare it away.
since Because Since the warp drive was damaged, they stopped for repairs.
so (often requires rewording) Because my tooth ached, I booked a dental appointment. My tooth ached, so I booked a dental appointment.
thanks to Because of Thanks to his diligence, the project was completed ahead of schedule.
therefore I think; because of that therefore I am.
through Because of Through union bargaining, the employees received a 5 percent raise.
Exercises to Test Your Because -Cognition
Remove most instances of because by substitution or rewording.
Millie knew she’d never pass the biology test, because she hadn’t studied enough. But the lack of studying wasn’t because of anything she had done. It was because she was exhausted. Every night for two weeks, her sleep had been disturbed because Mr. Clarke’s dogs barked. And barked. And barked. It isn’t fair. Why should I fail just because the idiot mutts next door can’t keep their yaps shut?
Suggested solution
Millie knew she’d never pass the biology test — she hadn’t studied enough. But the lack of studying wasn’t her fault: She was exhausted. Every night for two weeks, Mr. Clarke’s dogs had barked. And barked. And barked. It isn’t fair. Why should I fail just because the idiot mutts next door can’t keep their yaps shut?
Notes: Adjustments in punctuation eliminate two instances of because . The colon in the edited version could have been changed into a semicolon, with She becoming she — or two sentences could have been created by replacing the colon with a period. Rewording removes all other repetitions, except for one in Millie’s internal monologue. Leaving it in makes her thoughts seem more natural.
Because of antibiotic abuse, many bacteria have become resistant to even the most powerful drugs. Because of this, pharmaceutical companies have been asked to produce new drugs. However, because of many factors, including insufficient financial incentives for research and development, the number of new drugs entering the market is inadequate.
Antibiotic abuse has facilitated significant bacteria resistance to even the most powerful drugs. Health professionals and governments have asked pharmaceutical companies to produce new drugs. However, many factors, including insufficient financial incentives for research and development, have resulted in an inadequate number of new drugs entering the market.
Notes: Edits are straightforward, replacing instances of because rather than rewording sentences . Note the reduction in passive voice.
Len bought the biggest, most expensive TV he could find: one with all the bells and whistles. Because he could afford it. Because he deserved it. But as he was setting it up, he discovered that he couldn’t read the instructions because they were written in what looked like Cantonese.
Undaunted by this hiccup, he called the local Chinese restaurant. Unfortunately, he had a problem communicating with the person who answered the phone, because she spoke in broken English with a heavy Cantonese accent. Because he couldn’t make her understand what he wanted, he decided to drive to the restaurant, instructions in hand. When he showed her the instructions and explained via a combination of sign language and English, she laughed at him.
“You no understand,” she said.
“Exactly. I can’t understand the words because they’re Cantonese.”
“No, no, no, you no understand words because they Japanese and you hold page upside down.”
Len bought the biggest, most expensive TV he could find: one with all the bells and whistles. He could afford it. He deserved it. But as he was setting it up, he discovered he couldn’t read the instructions, which were written in what looked like Cantonese.
Undaunted by this hiccup, he called the local Chinese restaurant. Unfortunately, the woman who answered the phone spoke in broken English with a heavy Cantonese accent. She had no idea what he wanted.
So Len drove to the restaurant , instructions in hand . When he showed her the instructions and explained via a combination of sign language and English, she laughed at him.
“You no understand,” she said .
Notes: Extraneous instances of because in the exercise are gone. No need to have Len decide to drive to the restaurant. In the solution he drives there, period, without the instructions in hand ; steering would be difficult if he’s clutching something while trying to navigate. Once again, dialogue remains the same.
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4 thoughts on “ 30+ Alternatives for “Because”: A Word List for Writers ”
Hi Kathy, great piece as usual. However, I disagree with the GMO example. That paragraph intentionally uses the repetition of ‘because’ as a tool to drum home the point. I wouldn’t necessarily want to change this, especially if it’s for spoken delivery.
Happy blogging, Sandi (or Nyamazela if you’re following my blog).
Thanks for stopping by, Sandi.
The rule of threes works well for many pieces, and as long as readers are happy with what they see, the writer can be too.
Thanks for that. I have you book, The Writers’ Lexicon and it’s most useful.
Thanks, Vivienne! If all goes well, I’ll have a second volume of Lexicon ready for release early in 2018.
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At length she stammered: "I did not come b-because I simply couldn't stand it!"
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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.
On this page you'll find 61 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to because, such as: as, as a result of, as long as, as things go, being, and by cause of.
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Five Alternatives to “Because”
“Because” is a common conjunction that can be found often throughout various types of texts. If you’re seeking alternatives to help you avoid repetitiveness, continue reading.
Quick Summary on Words You Can Use in Place of “Because”
Five other ways to say because are:
- Inasmuch as
What Does “Because” Mean?
Before we dive into the synonyms and examples of because, we want to first go over what it means. Because is a conjunction —a word that connects other words or groups of words together—that means “for the reason that.” Here’s an example:
I cried because my friend yelled at me.
I cried for the reason that my friend yelled at me.
Now that we’ve covered what type of word because is and what it means, let’s go over a few alternatives.
Five “Because” Alternatives
Similarly to because, as is a conjunction “used to state the reason for something.”
I took the bus home because I thought you forgot to pick me up.
I took the bus home as I thought you forgot to pick me up.
Although since is a common alternative, some people consider it second-rate to because. This is because it can also function as a preposition that refers to elapsed time, and could cause confusion.
Because it was sunny, we decided to go to the beach.
Since it was sunny, we decided to go to the beach.
You can find for as an alternative to because in poetic writing. It is not commonly found in either casual or professional writing.
Let’s eat because I am hungry.
Let’s eat, for I am hungry.
4. Inasmuch as
This alternative is as formal as they come, but can be used exactly as because. If you do want to use it, keep in mind it’s uncommon, and usually found in professional and academic settings.
She was a famous and unique artist because she was considered legally blind.
She was a famous and unique artist inasmuch as she was considered legally blind.
5. As long as
This alternative to because expresses that because something is happening, will happen, or is true, then another thing can happen too.
Because you’re going to the store, can you bring back some cookies?
As long as you’re going to the store, can you bring back some cookies?
These Alternatives Are Helpful Because You Should Avoid Repetitiveness
This list is useful because whether you’re writing an essay, a book, or any other type of text, it’s always a good idea to switch up your vocabulary to avoid repetitiveness. Just remember to keep context in mind. For example, if you’re writing about something casual or funny, you might not want to use inasmuch as.
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Word Choice: Alternatives to ‘Said’ and ‘Because’
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- 29th November 2015
Our research shows that ‘said’ and ‘because’ are two of the most overused words in academic writing . This is understandable, as both are useful for explaining research and the results of studies.
However, excessive repetition of common words can detract from the flow of your written work, so it helps to know a few alternatives.
Alternatives to ‘Said’
The word ‘said’ is mostly used when reporting speech. This includes quoting research (e.g. in you literature review) or reporting what participants have said in an interview or survey. For example:
One respondent said that the process was ‘too complicated’.
There are lots of alternatives to ‘said’, all of which attribute the thought being reported to the person named. These include ‘claimed’, ‘suggested’ and ‘remarked’:
One respondent claimed that the process was ‘too complicated’.
One respondent suggested that the process was ‘too complicated’.
One respondent remarked that the process was ‘too complicated’.
There are also words you can use in place of ‘said’ when the person you’re quoting is doing something specific, such as arguing or clarifying a point:
Jones (1994, p.16) argues that ‘previous policies are now outdated’.
The CEO clarified that ‘company policy has changed since the incident’.
With these, make sure the word you use fits the context: it would not make sense, for instance, to say that ‘the CEO argued that company policy has changed’ as this is a factual claim (i.e. either policy has changed or it hasn’t), not an argument.
Alternatives to ‘Because’
The word ‘because’ means ‘due to the fact that’. As such, it’s handy for explaining your reasoning and commonly used when describing the consequences of something.
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There are two main ways to use ‘because’. One is as a conjunction, where ‘because’ is followed by a subject and a verb:
A qualitative approach was chosen because it enables collection of in-depth data.
In these cases, alternatives include ‘since’ and ‘as’, both of which are also conjunctions:
A qualitative approach was chosen since it enables collection of in-depth data.
A qualitative approach was chosen as it enables collection of in-depth data.
The phrase ‘because of’, meanwhile, is a preposition, so needs to be followed by a noun phrase or an ‘-ing’ verb:
The results are unreliable because of the limited sample size.
The business failed because of falling prices.
In this case, your alternatives include phrases like ‘due to’ and ‘as a result of’:
The results are unreliable due to the limited sample size.
The business failed as a result of falling prices.
Remember to check whether you’re using ‘because’ or ‘because of’ before selecting an alternative word.
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1. As: As is a direct synonym for because (for example, "He opted not to go see the movie, as it had gotten poor reviews"), but it's inferior. 2. As a result of: This phrase is a substitute for "because of," not because, as in "As a result of his intervention, the case was reopened and they were ultimately exonerated.". 3.
Exercises to Test Your Because-Cognition. Remove most instances of because by substitution or rewording.. Exercise 1. Millie knew she'd never pass the biology test, because she hadn't studied enough. But the lack of studying wasn't because of anything she had done. It was because she was exhausted. Every night for two weeks, her sleep had been disturbed because Mr. Clarke's dogs barked.
Other Options. Another way to get round the use of 'because' is to rearrange the sentence: The way the moles kept digging up Marjorie's garden made her very angry. Here, we have reversed the elements of the sentence and used the word 'made' to indicate the relationship between Marjorie's anger and the moles in her garden.
Find 51 different ways to say BECAUSE, along with antonyms, related words, and example sentences at Thesaurus.com.
Informal Ways to Say "Because" If you're writing an essay in a more informal style or for non-academic purposes, you may want to use less formal alternatives to convey your ideas. Here are a few examples: Since: As mentioned earlier, "since" can be used in a less formal context as well. For instance, "I couldn't attend the concert ...
Synonyms for "Because". The word "because" is used to join two ideas and express cause and effect: The lemonade fizzed because we shook the bottle. However, if you find yourself overusing the word "because," there are alternatives available. We're going to look at some here.
3. For. You can find for as an alternative to because in poetic writing. It is not commonly found in either casual or professional writing. Let's eat because I am hungry. Let's eat, for I am hungry. 4. Inasmuch as. This alternative is as formal as they come, but can be used exactly as because.
Subscribe. There are two main ways to use 'because'. One is as a conjunction, where 'because' is followed by a subject and a verb: A qualitative approach was chosen because it enables collection of in-depth data. In these cases, alternatives include 'since' and 'as', both of which are also conjunctions: A qualitative approach ...
Another way to say Because? Synonyms for Because (other words and phrases for Because). Synonyms for Because. 579 other terms for because- words and phrases with similar meaning. Lists. synonyms. antonyms. definitions. sentences. thesaurus. words. phrases. idioms. Parts of speech. adverbs. nouns.
One such word is "because." While it's a simple conjunction that we use daily, it's always good to have alternatives to keep your writing fresh and interesting. In this article, we'll explore some synonyms of "because" that you can use in your writing to convey the same meaning in different ways. Because Synonym
owing to the fact that. seeing that. 'cause. for the reason that. whereas. as long as. forasmuch as. insofar as. insomuch as.
When you want to say "this is because" in a sentence, you might want to consider one of the following alternatives to make your writing pop: This is due to. The reason for this is that. As a result. Owing to. Thanks to this. Since. The preferred version for the replacement is "this is due to" because it's the closest synonym of ...
Synonyms for BECAUSE: since, now, seeing, for, whereas, considering, as, being (as or as how or that), inasmuch as, 'cause
1. AS. "As" is a direct synonym for "because" (for example, "He decided not to go see the movie, as he found out his nemesis was going as well"), but it's not exactly much better. 2. AS A RESULT OF. This phrase is a substitute for "because of", not because, as in "As a result of his insatiable appetite, all the dishes on the ...
I'm sorry I can't babysit for you tonight because I'm having some friends round. Words and phrases to use instead of "because". Let's see what other words and phrases we can use instead of because: Because of. Due to / owing to. Through. Given / given the fact. By virtue of. On account of.
Here are some informal ways to convey the meaning of "because of this": Thanks to - This casual expression is widely used to indicate that something positive or beneficial happened as a result of a particular situation. For instance: "Thanks to the team's hard work, we won the championship.". On account of - Although slightly more ...
Because of also signifies a consequence like the word because. However, it is a two-word proposition. The difference between 'because' and 'because of' is that the former is followed by a subject and a verb while the latter is followed by a noun or noun phrase. For example: He had to run faster because he was being chased by the dog.
Learn 3 different ways to say 'because' in formal and business writing. home; exercises; articles; for teachers; about; contact us; ... Is used in exactly the same way as 'because'. 'The date of this week's meeting has been rescheduled to Thursday, due to the fact that the results of the testing will not be availble until then.' You can also ...
1. Due to the fact that. This phrase is a close formal synonym for "this is because.". It's used to introduce a direct reason or cause for something. However, it can feel a bit wordy compared to the original phrase. We recommend using "due to the fact that" in written reports or documents where a formal tone is needed.
So, you keep using "this is because" in your essay and want a better alternative. After all, you don't want to sound repetitive in academic writing because you want your work to get you the best grades. Luckily, this article is here to help. We've gathered the best synonyms showing you what to say instead of "this is because ...
Alternatively, you could get around overusing 'because' by rearranging sentences. For instance, we could say: The Wizard of Oz was cancelled because the theatre burned down. Sometimes, the show really can't go on. However, we could restructure the sentence to remove the 'because': The theatre burned down, so The Wizard of Oz was ...
So, it's a great way to keep your readers in the loop and let them know what you expect to get out of an essay. Generally, this is a great way to engage the reader. However, you should be careful because it's a little wordier than this is because. Perhaps these essay samples will also help you to understand it: We can control three of the ...
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