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When do you use therefore in a sentence?

You use "therefore" in a sentence to indicate a conclusion or consequence that logically follows from a previous statement or set of statements.

Here are some examples:

* "The sun was shining, therefore we decided to go for a walk." (The decision to go for a walk is a logical consequence of the sun shining.)

* "She studied hard for the exam, therefore she did well." (The good performance on the exam is a logical consequence of studying hard.)

* "The road was icy, therefore driving was dangerous." (The dangerous driving conditions are a logical consequence of the icy road.)

Essentially, "therefore" acts as a transitional word that signals a relationship of cause and effect, reason and result, or premise and conclusion.

Here are some points to keep in mind when using "therefore":

* "Therefore" should be used in a formal or academic context, as it can sound somewhat stiff in casual conversation.

* Be sure the conclusion is logically connected to the preceding statement. Using "therefore" when there is no logical connection can sound awkward or misleading.

* "Therefore" can be replaced by other words that express similar meanings, such as "so," "thus," "hence," "consequently," "accordingly," and "as a result."

Overall, "therefore" is a powerful tool for expressing logical connections and drawing conclusions.

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