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causal

adjective

Definition of causalnext
as in creative

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Recent Examples of causal Botryosphaeria canker and dieback are attributed to several causal agents in the Botryosphaeriaceae family. — Emily Leahy, Hartford Courant, 7 Sep. 2026 The causal story is still contested, and honesty requires saying so. — IEEE Spectrum, 2 Sep. 2026 From radar tracks to tactical decisions The system combines radar and other sensor information with a causal model designed to determine why a vessel might be manoeuvring in a particular way. — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026 There’s no evidence that Davis’ donations had a causal effect on the tariffs. — Bloomberg News, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for causal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for causal
  1. creative
  2. constructive
Adjective
  • The complimentary daily activity schedule spans beachfront meditation, sunrise yoga, strength training, and creative wellness workshops.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Almost three decades later, Jil Sander, now under the creative directorship of Simone Bellotti, and Puma are back together again.
    — Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of creative
Adjective
  • The long-term technical outlook is constructive for ARM as well.
    — Katie Stockton, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2026
  • The parliament, or Bundestag, can oust Merz only through what is known as a constructive vote of no confidence.
    — Anna Noryskiewicz, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of constructive

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“Causal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/causal. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

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