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as in therefore
for this or that reason
an endangered orchid species, hence illegal to pick
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Between 1920 and 1950, trick-or-treating became an inexpensive way for people to celebrate Halloween and avoid having their homes vandalized (hence, the trick in trick-or-treating) as vandalism has become a widespread part of October 31 celebrations, according to History.
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Mariyam Muhammad, The Enquirer, 31 Oct. 2024
But injuries are piling up for the visitors in this contest, hence their status as 2-point underdogs against a Jets team on a five-game losing streak.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
Mycology is the study of fungi — hence the Illinois Mycology Association.
—Peter Breen, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2024
The area close to the surface of the water gets enveloped in an eerie mist or haze that resembles smoke, hence the nickname.
—Eric Zerkel, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
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Mariyam Muhammad, The Enquirer, 31 Oct. 2024
But injuries are piling up for the visitors in this contest, hence their status as 2-point underdogs against a Jets team on a five-game losing streak.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
Mycology is the study of fungi — hence the Illinois Mycology Association.
—Peter Breen, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2024
The area close to the surface of the water gets enveloped in an eerie mist or haze that resembles smoke, hence the nickname.
—Eric Zerkel, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
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On Tuesday, after the expiration of a 30-day U.S. deadline for Israel to take steps to address the humanitarian situation in Gaza, Washington said Israel was not blocking aid to Gaza and therefore not violating U.S. law.Reuters, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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Taiwan and the United States should therefore remain focused on deterring—and, if necessary, defeating—a Chinese blockade or invasion.David Sacks, Foreign Affairs, 8 Nov. 2024
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That’s well away from most other deer — and hunters, who are focusing on better-looking ground with better traditional habitat hundreds of yards away.Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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The idea to bomb London is a result of this dissatisfaction: why should the Irish people bear the brunt of the war when the enemy is just a ferry ride away?Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
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Storms have become so frequent that some insurers just assume a roof with standard shingles has sustained damage.Aldo Svaldi, The Denver Post, 10 Nov. 2024
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Keep in mind traffic and road closures may change based on real-time conditions so consider using a traffic app.Jade Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Nov. 2024
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On cold days, its extra length and 650-fill-power down feel like a warm hug.Abigail Barronian, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
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The Broncos navigated their final drive beautifully, bled the clock all the way down and didn’t give it back to Mahomes.Parker Gabriel, The Denver Post, 10 Nov. 2024
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Keli Cain, a spokesperson for the department, told The Associated Press that assessments are ongoing, but thus far, no significant damage has been found.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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None of the threats have been determined to be credible thus far, the FBI said.Luke Barr, ABC News, 5 Nov. 2024
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Of course, everybody’s out there trying their hardest to play hard to win and make the play to win the game.Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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Sam is putting herself out there in such a huge way for her.Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2024
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The form is so difficult to craft that only one of Padrón’s numerous rollers has been tasked with making it; consequently, supplies will likely be extremely limited and sporadic.Richard Carleton Hacker, Robb Report, 3 Nov. 2024
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Hurricane-force winds can disable power grids and, consequently, HVAC systems.Hana Kiros, The Atlantic, 1 Nov. 2024
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Staff writer Laura Lancaster’s ideal headlamp would have a single button for on, off, and red.Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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While average wage gains continue to outstrip price hikes, leaving many households better off than before the pandemic, steeper expenses for everything from child care to home insurance have left plenty of consumers fed up and looking for change.Rob Wile, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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