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as in therefore
for this or that reason
an endangered orchid species, hence illegal to pick
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The first trailer for Sinners dropped in September and didn’t really make a splash, hence the worrisome buzz that floated around about the movie for quite some time as one of the risky ~$100M auteur feature productions (net $90M+) under the Michael De Luca and Pam Abdy administration.
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Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2025
His feelings are largely hidden, hence why that first proposal comes as such a surprise, Looser said.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 19 Apr. 2025
Boone added that Chisholm is appealing the suspension, hence his presence in the Yankees’ lineup on Friday night.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 18 Apr. 2025
Golfweek learned from 1971 Masters victor Charles Coody that Woods, who suffered an Achilles tear, still isn't able to walk properly, hence his absence from the dinner.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2025
His feelings are largely hidden, hence why that first proposal comes as such a surprise, Looser said.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 19 Apr. 2025
Boone added that Chisholm is appealing the suspension, hence his presence in the Yankees’ lineup on Friday night.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 18 Apr. 2025
Golfweek learned from 1971 Masters victor Charles Coody that Woods, who suffered an Achilles tear, still isn't able to walk properly, hence his absence from the dinner.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hence
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This is a concerted effort by other nations and, therefore, a national security threat.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
10 May 2025
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Trump should therefore deal with each country on their own terms and structure healthy bilateral relationships with each.—
Christopher Shays,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2025
Adverb
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An officer urged a woman to take her child away from the scene.—
Andrea Margolis , Kitty Le Claire,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2025
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Powell reiterated Wednesday the Fed will focus on whichever of the Fed’s goals is furthest away – stable prices or full employment.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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The State of the Race The competition for the Emmy for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special is so tight this year that Hulu alone could fill the category with its contenders.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
5 May 2025
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There still aren’t that many examples of bisexuality expressed so matter of factly.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
5 May 2025
Adverb
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Market have been volatile but the DJIA, S&P and Nasdaq are also down for now, but by less.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
5 May 2025
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Its revenue dipped 1% last quarter compared to the same time period in 2024, and the company lowered its full-year net revenue guidance to $850 million to $900 million down from $950 million to $1 billion.—
Will Yakowicz,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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It's estimated this will impact around 23% of current jobs, thus transforming the labor market significantly.—
Nitin Gupta,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Keep reading to learn more and to see all the images the carrier has released thus far.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2025
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With Emily staying in Italy, what does her future look like while kind of hiding out there?—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
5 May 2025
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Mike Waltz is out as national security adviser, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio is in, adding another job to his growing list of responsibilities.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 May 2025
Adverb
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The Federal Open Market Committee, or FOMC, is not expected to cut interest rates, but any unexpected commentary from Fed Chair Jerome Powell could move markets and, consequently, mortgage rates more decisively.—
Diana Olick,
CNBC,
7 May 2025
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Even studies sponsored by the pharmaceutical industry are being affected: many rely partially on federal funding, or are run by staff who do, and who have consequently been laid off.—
Dhruv Khullar,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
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Through May 13, beds, nightstands, dressers, linens, and decor from major brands like Kelly Clarkson Home, Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines x Loloi, and the Trisha Yearwood Home Collection are up to 79 percent off, and there are over 25,000 deals to shop.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
8 May 2025
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The toy industry in particular, given its outsize reliance on Chinese imports, has expressed concern that should the tariffs remain in place, shoppers could face significantly higher costs and product shortages as far off as Christmas.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 May 2025
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“Hence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hence. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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