so that

conjunction

: that sense 2a(1)

Examples of so that in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Once the new designs are approved (sometime this year, if all goes well), the DoB plans to publish the specs so that any contractor can download the design, buy off-the-shelf elements, tailor the structure to the site, and get a scheme approved in a matter of hours. — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 24 June 2026

Of course, the movie had to contend with the beloved Toy Story 5, and the staying power of recent horror hits like Obsession and Backrooms, so that at least explains it. — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 24 June 2026

After making the playoffs, the Sabres are entering a window of contention, so that pick could be in play as part of another deal. — Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 24 June 2026

Lalas’ apparent delight in courting the enmity of the American viewing public also extends to his co-hosts—so much so that his early verbal scuffles with Zlatan Ibrahimović have gone more viral than whooping cough. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 24 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for so that

• begat
• bobcat
• chitchat
• doormat
• ducat
• eclat
• format
• hazmat
• muskrat
• nonfat
• polecat
• thereat