Conjunctions - Conjunctions of Reason and Purpose

These conjunctions clarify the reason why something happened or the goal someone had in mind when doing something.

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used to introduce reasons, explanations, or purposes for actions, events, or statements

Ex: He hurried homefor he did n't want to miss his favorite TV show .

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used to introduce a reason, cause, or explanation for the main clause

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used to express that one is considering a particular fact before sharing one's opinion or making a judgment

Ex: Given that he had already apologized , they decided to move on from the incident .

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used to expresse purpose or intention, explaining the reason behind the main clause

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used to provide a reason or explanation for the main clause

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used to indicate a precaution or attempt to avoid a particular undesirable outcome

Ex: They hurried homelest they miss the last train .

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used to indicate a result or outcome related to what has just been said or happened

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used to indicate that something is done with the aim of achieving a specific outcome

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based on the reasons or justifications that are provided

Ex: The proposal was on the grounds that it did not meet the necessary safety requirements .

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used to introduce a condition that is considered as the basis for a particular action or decision

Ex: He invested in the on the assumption that the company 's profits would continue to grow .

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