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as in therefore
for this or that reason
an endangered orchid species, hence illegal to pick
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Recent Examples of hence
This slow-growing cactus has a cluster of branching columns that resemble the turrets of a tiny castle, hence its name.
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Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2026
These chemicals don't break down quickly, hence the nickname forever chemicals.
—Chris Hoffman, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Because the moon’s diameter appears smaller than that of the sun, our star looks to us like a fiery halo of light in the sky, hence the eclipse’s nickname.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 17 Feb. 2026
Curry founded his media banner in 2018, just two years after his historic unanimous selection as NBA MVP (hence the production company’s name).
—Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
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Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2026
These chemicals don't break down quickly, hence the nickname forever chemicals.
—Chris Hoffman, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Because the moon’s diameter appears smaller than that of the sun, our star looks to us like a fiery halo of light in the sky, hence the eclipse’s nickname.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 17 Feb. 2026
Curry founded his media banner in 2018, just two years after his historic unanimous selection as NBA MVP (hence the production company’s name).
—Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hence
Adverb
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The majority opinion, written by Justice Hugo Black, held that Congress had refused to pass a statute that authorized the president to seize this kind of private property and, therefore, the president lacked legal authority for his actions.—
Jeffrey Rosen,
The Atlantic,
25 Feb. 2026
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Plus, Walmart+ offers a 30-day free trial, meaning members can stream Paramount+ (and therefore, Survivor 50) at no cost during the trial period.—
Erin Lassner,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Investors pivot to European stocks amid US uncertainty European equities have seen record investment in recent weeks as markets seek to diversify away from Wall Street.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
23 Feb. 2026
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Instead of shooting, Celebrini passed the puck across the slot to Nathan MacKinnon, who blasted the one-timer from less than eight feet away at a wide-open net.—
Chris Kudialis,
Miami Herald,
23 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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The galaxies that are so familiar and ubiquitous in our Universe today will die, at least in a sense, as well.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Feb. 2026
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This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Eighty or more minutes later at the end of the Agnus Dei, when the great plea for peace reaches its ultimate transcendence, up becomes, in one of the most profoundly unsettling moments in all music, down again.—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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Press the seams together, flip over so the seam is down, and shape gently into a ball.—
Gretchen McKay,
Twin Cities,
25 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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What has changed, in the twenty-first century and thus in the nature of cinematic modernity, is the status of cameras, audiovisual recording, and the very distinction between performing and not.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
25 Feb. 2026
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Sunday’s violence thus came as a shock.—
Mary Beth Sheridan,
CNN Money,
24 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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He was scheduled to pitch two innings but was pulled with one on and one out in the second inning having thrown 36 pitches.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
26 Feb. 2026
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This beautiful home is surrounded by trees and looks directly out at the Pacific Ocean.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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With the administration’s tariffs in the double digits, companies are seeing their tariff bills—and consequently, their customs bond policies—climb into the stratosphere.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
17 Feb. 2026
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In some cases, sleeping separately can actually improve sleep, and consequently happiness.—
Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
7 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Regardless of what inspections turn up, Kansas City is better off than many other cities around the country.—
Suzanne King,
Kansas City Star,
25 Feb. 2026
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Boat transfer is the only way on or off.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Hence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hence. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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