Clauses of result Flashcards

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So

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at the end of a sentence to mean ‘this is why’.

  1. We didn’t have anything to do, so we decided to rent a film.
  2. I worked very hard today, so I’m exhausted.
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For this reason

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1- Rent is very expensive in Boston. For this reason, we decided to move to Ohio.

  1. He threatened to commit suicide. For this reason, we kept him under surveillance.
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As a result/consequently/therefore

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1- The flight was delayed due to the storm. As a result, many passengers complained.

  1. Animals were his only true passion. Therefore/Consequently, he decided to study biology.
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As a result/consequently/therefore

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We can also use consequently and therefore in the mid position (before the verb, after be as the main verb, or after the first auxiliary verb).

  1. You have been a real asset to the company. We have therefore/consequently decided to promote you.
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