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Synonyms of wherefore
(Entry 1 of 2)
- it was getting late, and wherefore we decided to move on
Synonyms for wherefore
- accordingly,
- consequently,
- ergo,
- hence,
- so,
- therefore,
- thereupon,
- thus
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wherefore
nounSynonyms of wherefore (Entry 2 of 2)
- demanded to know the whys and wherefores for the decision
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