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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
There's no guarantee the duo will work out, especially since Pickens doesn't jump CeeDee Lamb for the top spot on the depth chart, but the odds of the two parties helping each other are high, hence why the duo ranked second on the list, in front of the Washington Commanders' Deebo-Daniels duo.
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Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
His father was fortunate enough to buy a top vineyard spot before Willamette became such a hotspot for big wine companies, hence driving up prices.
—Cathrine Todd, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
No nation or region will remain dominant forever; the historical past deeply informs the present, but the story can be retold and, hence, reshaped.
—Time, 27 May 2025
It’s taken 40 iterations to get the formula just right (hence WD-40), but like a magician, the company behind this miracle product won’t reveal its secrets and tell the world exactly what’s in WD-40.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 25 May 2025
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Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
His father was fortunate enough to buy a top vineyard spot before Willamette became such a hotspot for big wine companies, hence driving up prices.
—Cathrine Todd, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
No nation or region will remain dominant forever; the historical past deeply informs the present, but the story can be retold and, hence, reshaped.
—Time, 27 May 2025
It’s taken 40 iterations to get the formula just right (hence WD-40), but like a magician, the company behind this miracle product won’t reveal its secrets and tell the world exactly what’s in WD-40.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 25 May 2025
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Adverb
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During recent flybys of the volcanic moon by NASA’s Juno spacecraft, scientists measured Io’s gravitational effect on Juno, using the spacecraft’s tiniest wobbles to determine the moon’s mass distribution and therefore its internal structure.—
Robin Andrews,
Wired News,
15 June 2025
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Some humility, therefore, may have been in order this summer for FIFA, which had an opportunity to develop goodwill and excitement ahead of the World Cup.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
14 June 2025
Adverb
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The bass-drum beat of multiple explosions could be heard as far away as neighboring Jordan.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
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But those findings apply to small-by-design campuses with healthy enrollments, not schools that have shrunk dramatically as families have moved away.—
Jennifer Smith Richards,
ProPublica,
13 June 2025
Adverb
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In organizations of almost any size, particularly larger organizations, collaboration is so critical to making progress.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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However, that hasn’t happened with the current boom because, as of yet, there's been little financial pressure for people to sell their home — and therefore to cut the asking price to do so.—
Ingo Winzer,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
Adverb
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Nevertheless, as the levels go up and down, the idea is allocation of audit personnel to provide that credible threat.—
Tax Notes Staff,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Today, a household with annual income of $50,000 can only afford 8.7% of listings, down from 9.4% a year ago, according to the data.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
9 June 2025
Adverb
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But the loudest moment inside the arena thus far was a 3-pointer by Jalen Williams that put the Thunder ahead 7-0. 6h ago / 5:39 PM PDT Share The 2025 NBA Finals are underway!—
Greg Rosenstein,
NBC news,
6 June 2025
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Read on for five reasons why The Life of Chuck stands out, to this King fan, as the best screen adaptation of one of his works thus far.—
Jen Juneau,
People.com,
6 June 2025
Adverb
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How to Train Your Dragon is out in theaters Friday, June 13.—
Sharareh Drury,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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Note that full containment doesn't mean the fire is completely out.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2025
Adverb
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The researchers aim to develop a commercially available supplement that will increase SCFA levels and, consequently, enhance heart health.—
Paul McClure
June 01,
New Atlas,
1 June 2025
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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
Adverb
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The bandage dress has seen a comeback onscreen and off recently.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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Adidas’ Gazelle Sneakers, now 30 percent off, are a low-key classic perfect for travel days and relaxed city walks.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2025
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“Hence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hence. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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