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Noun
Something that is the source that produces a result
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“Jerry and George inadvertently join a group of white supremacists in a limo, and unbeknownst to them, their presence will be the cause of a local protest.”
Noun
An explanation for an occurrence
“Driving under the influence of alcohol was the cause behind the collision.”
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An agent or someone who has the power to control the outcome of something
“The Joker has been the cause of destruction in Gotham City for as long as Bruce can remember.”
Noun
The originator of something
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“So if we extrapolate to the very beginning, the big bang is the cause for all the events which have happened in the universe so far.”
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The point at which something originates
“If we want better outcomes from education for all students, we need to start at the cause.”
Noun
(used with for) A reason for a particular feeling or emotion
“There is no cause for panic just yet!”
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An undertaking in support of one's beliefs
“I would really love to contribute to a cause, but frankly, I find yours tedious, frivolous, and above all, a waste of time.”
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A belief that one supports
“This has enhanced the heroic and staunch cause of a nation that cherishes independence and freedom.”
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(law) A legal or court action
“He put forth his cause to convince the jury of his innocence.”
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An intention for which something is hoped to be accomplished
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An element that determines the nature of something
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An event or experience undergone or undertaken, typically noteworthy in nature
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An originator or creator of something
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That which attends, or relates to, or in some way affects, a fact or event
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Legal proceedings
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An organization set up to provide help and raise money for those in need
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The contribution made by someone or something to an action or situation
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A person or group opposing another or others in a dispute, contest, or debate
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The interest, benefit, or wellbeing of someone or something
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Verb
To affect
“Bart wanted to cause great distress to Homer for neglecting to pick him up after soccer practice.”
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To instigate an action or event
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“I did not want to be the one to cause this great war, but it is a necessary evil that will bring about the end of his tyranny.”
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To motivate one to do something
“Seeing the way you look now will cause me to do something about my lack of fitness.”
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To make happen or bring about
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To choose to do
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To obligate to do something
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To catch or develop (a disease or infectious agent)
Adjective
Serving as an effective means of pursuing an aim or goal
Conjunction
Due to the fact that
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