because

[bɪˈkɒz]

because Definition

for the reason that; since.

Using because: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "because" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I stayed at home because it was raining.

  • Example

    She couldn't go out because she was feeling sick.

  • Example

    He was late because of the traffic jam.

because Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for because

  • as
  • since
  • due to the fact that
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Summary: because in Brief

'Because' [bɪˈkɒz] is a conjunction used to introduce a reason or explanation for something. It is often followed by a clause, as in 'I stayed at home because it was raining.' Other examples include 'She couldn't go out because she was feeling sick,' and 'He was late because of the traffic jam.'

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