wherefore
Use Wherefore in a sentence
noun
3.
the cause or reason: to study the whys and wherefores of a situation.
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| —n | |
| 1. | (usually plural) an explanation or reason (esp in the phrase the whys and wherefores) |
| —adv | |
| 2. | archaic for what reason? why? |
| —sentence connector | |
| 3. | archaic, formal or for which reason: used as an introductory word in legal preambles |
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Wherefore
is always a great word to know.
So is bezoar. Does it mean:
| a chattering or flighty, light-headed person. |
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
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The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
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Example sentences
Wherefore it is ever the aim of the sagacious journalist to foster that sense of personal participation.
Wherefore, it is requested that the court review the motion to compel, response and reply and rule on the issues set forth above.
Wherefore, the present time is the true time for establishing it.
Wherefore, he cannot do some things for the very reason that he is omnipotent.
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