seeing as

phrase

: since
used to introduce a statement that explains the reason for another statement
Seeing as you've met my family, don't you think I should meet yours?

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Holmes said the location of the plant is another big issue seeing as the property borders two county roads. Mary Ella Hastings july 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2026

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“Seeing as.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seeing%20as. Accessed 12 Jul. 2026.

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