Example: It was raining, for that reason we stayed inside all day.
Definition
"For that reason" is a phrase used to indicate a cause or justification for a previous statement or action. It connects an explanation or motive to what has been said before, often implying a consequence or outcome based on that cause.
The phrase "for that reason" originates from Old English and Latin roots, combining the preposition 'for' indicating purpose or cause, with 'that reason,' where 'reason' comes from the Latin 'ratio,' meaning calculation or explanation. Did you know? This phrase has been used in English since the Middle Ages to clearly express cause and effect.
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"For that reason" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B2) - set 1", containing 103 commonly used expressions.
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