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as in therefore
for this or that reason
an endangered orchid species, hence illegal to pick
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For those who missed the news at that time, the Flying Flea C6 draws from Enfield's all-terrain motorcycle design from the 1940s, when it was designed to be airdropped with parachutes during WWII – hence the slim frame.
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New Atlas, 24 May 2025
For the Notebook audition, star Ryan Gosling and director Nick Cassavetes actually came to Biel on the Massacre set, and did it all on location — hence all of the fake blood.
—EW.com, 23 May 2025
Countries are chosen to participate based on their membership in the EBU, hence why some non-European countries like Australia and Israel have participated.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 16 May 2025
What Specific Medications Can Lead To Tardive Dyskinesia The most common causes of TD are antipsychotic medications used to treat schizophrenia and other conditions that can cause psychosis, hence the name anti-psychotics.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
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New Atlas, 24 May 2025
For the Notebook audition, star Ryan Gosling and director Nick Cassavetes actually came to Biel on the Massacre set, and did it all on location — hence all of the fake blood.
—EW.com, 23 May 2025
Countries are chosen to participate based on their membership in the EBU, hence why some non-European countries like Australia and Israel have participated.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 16 May 2025
What Specific Medications Can Lead To Tardive Dyskinesia The most common causes of TD are antipsychotic medications used to treat schizophrenia and other conditions that can cause psychosis, hence the name anti-psychotics.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hence
Adverb
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But this was my first time seeing a performance inside of it, therefore my first time getting a chance to share some reactions.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
22 May 2025
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Ornstein: United were budgeting for no European football next season, Joseph, and therefore last night would have been extremely painful but not a complete shock.—
David Ornstein,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
Adverb
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Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano said the time away could bring a new wave of energy to Messi and the others.—
Kaitlyn Pohly,
Miami Herald,
1 June 2025
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But even the flames of hell can’t keep Southerners away from our beloved summer desserts.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
1 June 2025
Adverb
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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.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2025
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Instead of focusing on the panels, axles, and bearings of a car, NIO first looks at the high-voltage architecture—batteries, power train, and so on—followed by the low-voltage, like digital compute.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
29 May 2025
Adverb
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Reheat in the oven at 400°F for 5 to 6 minutes, or tortilla-side down on the stovetop for 3 to 4 minutes over medium-high heat with olive oil (until tortilla is crispy again).—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
29 May 2025
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What To Know In April, home sales in Atlanta were down 4.6 percent year-over-year, for a total of 699 homes sold in the city, according to Redfin data.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
Adverb
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But of course, a past-his-prime comedic superstar wasn’t going to be the one to end Cena’s record-breaking 17th world title reign, no matter how bad Cena’s run as a heel has been thus far.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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President Donald Trump publicly rebuked Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday evening, after Russia bombarded Ukraine with one of the largest air assaults of the war thus far.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
25 May 2025
Adverb
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It’s been years of songwriting, gigging and getting his music out there.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN Money,
31 May 2025
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Bigger predators are another major threat to stray cats, but perhaps the biggest danger for them out there is traffic.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 May 2025
Adverb
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All of these nutrients help support gut health and consequently, the immune system, which in turn helps prevent disease.—
Desireé Oostland,
Vogue,
22 May 2025
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In the early hours of the morning, Abigail had a stomach ache and consequently threw up.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 May 2025
Adverb
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With him in the lineup, the Oilers would’ve had a 49 percent chance — not far off from last year’s 50-50 series.—
The Athletic NHL Staff,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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Already off to a rough start in the young WNBA season, the Dallas Wings are going to be without arguably their best player.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2025
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“Hence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hence. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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