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for this or that reason
an endangered orchid species, hence illegal to pick
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Recent Examples of hence
The four co-owners and Wauwatosa residents saw a chance to roast and serve coffee within their own community in a space that makes people feel at home, hence the shop's name.
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Bridget Fogarty, jsonline.com, 24 Dec. 2025
What was previously the town post office—hence the namesake—was restored by architect Louis Cloquet in a Neo-Gothic style back in 1898, with multiple spires and a clocktower not dissimilar to the Big Ben.
—Livia Caligor, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2025
The shoes gave off an astronaut aesthetic—hence its name—thanks to its insulated silhouette, suction cups and lightweight midsole.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 20 Dec. 2025
Chants from some of the away fans then got darker, hence the statements that followed.
—Rob Tanner, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
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Bridget Fogarty, jsonline.com, 24 Dec. 2025
What was previously the town post office—hence the namesake—was restored by architect Louis Cloquet in a Neo-Gothic style back in 1898, with multiple spires and a clocktower not dissimilar to the Big Ben.
—Livia Caligor, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2025
The shoes gave off an astronaut aesthetic—hence its name—thanks to its insulated silhouette, suction cups and lightweight midsole.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 20 Dec. 2025
Chants from some of the away fans then got darker, hence the statements that followed.
—Rob Tanner, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hence
Adverb
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Reusing potting soil again the next year is therefore not recommended.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Nov. 2025
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Recurring gags, like one with Madonna suddenly falling asleep mid-sentence, are surprising and therefore funny the first time they’re rolled out, and then less surprising and therefore less funny with each repetition.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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This risk decreases as the storm moves away.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
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If no shelter is available, crawl to an interior wall away from windows.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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Of all my books, Helm has been so hard and so lovingly written.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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Every so often, the dead monarchs and their court sashay out of the past to offer unsubtle commentary.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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Cincinnati charged back from a 31-10 second-quarter deficit, down 44-38 with about 90 seconds left.—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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After an incompletion on third down, McCashland’s 25-yard field goal attempt was no good, hitting the right upright with 17 seconds remaining in the half.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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Speaking to the Times, divisional forest officer Aditya Narayan said that wildlife personnel have not been successful in tracking down the elephant thus far, but several government and independent agencies from across India have joined the search for the large mammal.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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The four-team Playoff era wouldn’t have included teams ranked as low as Indiana’s first two opponents — let alone its national title opponent Miami — but the top seed’s dominance thus far has been astounding.—
The Athletic College Football,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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But this game was back and forth for quite some time, including the ensuing Hurricanes drive as quarterback Carson Beck led the way on a 15-play touchdown series with a CharMar Brown rushing score from four yards out.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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Trump has tested the boundaries of the law within the United States and out.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Finally, niacinamide supports skin barrier function and, consequently, improves hydration levels.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
5 Jan. 2026
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Venezuela’s oil exports have consequently plummeted by half over the course of the last month.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Dec. 2025
Adverb
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To safely transport your new baby home from the hospital, consider the Peg Perego City Loop Infant Car Seat & Stroller Combo, which comes with a stroller and is 20% off.—
Laura Lu,
Parents,
10 Nov. 2025
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Remember, a hard freeze will still damage them, turning them mushy and off-colored.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Nov. 2025
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